Junet Names The Only ODM Candidate Allowed to Challenge Ruto in 2027
The lawmaker said ODM’s constitution does not allow members to unilaterally declare themselves fit for the presidency...
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Suna East Member of Parliament Junet Mohamed declared that ODM party leader Oburu Odinga is the only individual constitutionally allowed to declare a presidential candidacy for the party in 2027, dismissing other aspiring candidates. He also alleged that former President Uhuru Kenyatta is funding dissent within the party.
- Junet Mohamed stated that the ODM party's constitution permits only the party leader, Oburu Odinga, to vie for the presidency.
- Oburu Odinga affirmed his resolve to protect the party's legacy and maintain its commitment to a broad-based arrangement with President William Ruto.
- Junet accused former President Uhuru Kenyatta of paying individuals to create division and stage a "coup" within the ODM party.
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