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Originally published by Ghafla! (Entertainment)entertainment
January 22, 2026
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“Marriage Is Not A Ticket To Parliament”: Akothee Fiercely Defends Winnie Odinga Amid Political Attacks

Kenyan entrepreneur and musician Akothee has launched a scathing critique of social media users targeting EALA MP Winnie Odinga, asserting that marital status has no bearing on political capability. The defense comes as Winnie, the youngest daughter of the late former Prime Minis..
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Kenyan entrepreneur and musician Akothee has strongly defended EALA MP Winnie Odinga against social media attacks concerning her marital status and political capabilities. Akothee asserted that marriage should not be a prerequisite for holding a political office, specifically challenging criticisms from within the Luo community.
- Akothee stated, "Marriage is not a ticket to parliament," in a Facebook post.
- Winnie Odinga, daughter of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, is facing scrutiny as a rising figure in the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) post her father's passing in October 2025.
- Akothee vowed to continue defending Odinga in 2026 from gender-based vitriol, calling for female solidarity.
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