This archive report was first published on 1 July 2020.
On July 1, 2020, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga made his first public appearance since undergoing surgery in Dubai, UAE, to treat a nerve disorder.
According to his wife, Ida Odinga, Raila underwent surgery at the International Hospital in Dubai, which is run by Germans, and was successfully treated for a mild nerve disorder affecting one leg.
Ida dismissed claims that Raila's condition was critical, urging people to treat such rumors with contempt and abhorrence.
True to her words, Raila's latest video showed him displaying his agility on both feet, as he explained the overwhelming nature of the well-wishes he received during his recovery.
‘I’m feeling great, I feel strong and rejuvenated, and it feels good to be out of town breathing fresh air,’ Raila said in the video.
‘I want to thank all my friends, supporters, and youth, and everyone who has sent me messages – it feels good and makes one recover faster,’ he added.
