Senator Oburu Odinga pledged unwavering Luo community backing for President William Ruto through the 2027 elections during Phoebe Asiyo's funeral service in Homa Bay County. The senator characterized the political agreement between Ruto and ODM leader Raila Odinga as permanent despite internal party opposition. Oburu addressed dissenting voices within ODM by urging younger politicians to demonstrate patience and respect established leadership structures. He specifically advised critics to study under Raila's guidance rather than challenge the current arrangement. The remarks appeared aimed at Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, who recently criticized the March memorandum between the two leaders.
Raila Odinga reinforced his brother's statements by defending the coalition as necessary for national stability. The ODM leader expressed no regret about forming the partnership, arguing it prevented potential state failure. High-profile attendees at the burial witnessed this public display of unity between former rivals. The event highlighted growing divisions within opposition ranks regarding the Ruto-Raila collaboration. Political observers noted the significance of such explicit support declarations at a major public gathering.
Raila Odinga reinforced his brother's statements by defending the coalition as necessary for national stability. The ODM leader expressed no regret about forming the partnership, arguing it prevented potential state failure. High-profile attendees at the burial witnessed this public display of unity between former rivals. The event highlighted growing divisions within opposition ranks regarding the Ruto-Raila collaboration. Political observers noted the significance of such explicit support declarations at a major public gathering.
