President William Ruto has pledged to enhance his relationship with Raila Odinga, emphasizing that it serves the best interests of the country. Speaking in Homa Bay during the commissioning of the Oyugis water project, Ruto acknowledged Raila’s support in helping him fulfill his mandate, highlighting their shared political history.
Ruto reminded the residents of his past role in backing Raila’s political ambitions and underscored the significance of their renewed collaboration. He stated that they have both agreed to support Raila’s bid for the chairmanship of the African Union Commission.
“You know I was once his foot soldier, and you know there was a time I once helped him, so if Baba returns a hand to help me, is there any problem?” he posed.
President Ruto defended the decision viewed as motive to kill the opposition saying both Odinga and him agreed to form a broad based government of National Unity for the unity and development of the country by incorporating members from the Opposition coalition to serve in his Cabinet.
“We are one people of one Nation with a common destiny that is why we decided to form a government that is going to unite all Kenyans without minding their political formations, tribe, community and region,” he said.
He stated that Odinga has the best interests for the continent and he really deserves to lead Africa in the AU chairmanship position.
Kenya officially launched Odinga’s bid for the African Union Commission (AUC) chairmanship on Tuesday, where President Ruto hosted regional leaders to express unwavering support for Odinga’s candidacy at State House, Nairobi.
Ruto hailed former Prime Minister Raila Odinga as a “veteran mobilizer for positive change,” expressing strong confidence in his ability to lead the AU Commission.