Raila Odinga, leader of the Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition, condemned Deputy President William Ruto for what he called derogatory comments about his running mate, Martha Karua, during a campaign stop in Narok County. Odinga defended Karua as a respected figure in Kenyan politics, emphasizing her role as a 'champion for democracy' and 'fighter against corruption.'
The ODM leader highlighted his decision to nominate Karua, stating, 'Those who question her capabilities are fools.' He cited global female leaders like Angela Merkel and Samia Suluhu to underscore his support for women's leadership, arguing that Kenyan women have been excluded from top roles since independence 60 years ago.
Raila's campaign team held rallies in Enoosoen and Lolgorian, urging voters to distrust Ruto's Kenya Kwanza alliance. The focus shifted to revenue management from the Masai Mara Game Reserve, with ODM officials accusing Ruto's allies of misappropriating funds. Suna East MP Junet Mohamed called for an audit, claiming current leaders had 'embezzled' revenue from the reserve.
ODM governor aspirant Moitalel ole Kenta criticized Narok's leadership for failing to harness the county's tourism and agricultural potential, blaming corruption for stalled development. Meanwhile, a Senate race rivalry emerged between UPF's Meitamei Ololdapash and ODM's Ledama Olekina over accountability for Masai Mara funds, with Olekina denying claims of inaction.
Odinga's recent two-day trip to South Sudan and Uganda included a visit to President Salva Kiir and the inauguration of a Nile River bridge. His office described the diplomatic mission as successful, emphasizing efforts to strengthen regional cooperation.
