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Message: [QUOTE="Nehanda, post: 24966, member: 2262"] Kenyan Presidential Aide Calls for National Unity, Backs Odinga's AU Bid. Farouk Kibet, a senior aide to President William Ruto, urged Kenyans to reject tribalism and embrace national unity during his address in Vihiga. He criticized leaders who promoted tribal divisions and called on citizens to emulate religious leaders who advocated for peace. "Let's borrow a leaf from our church leaders who always preach love, peace, and unity among all Kenyans," Kibet said. He also encouraged Kenyans to support Raila Odinga's candidacy for the African Union Commission chairperson position. Odinga expressed confidence about his prospects in the upcoming AUC chairmanship elections. He has conducted extensive diplomatic outreach across the continent, meeting with heads of state to present his vision of "Africa for Africa." The former Kenyan prime minister pledged his commitment to improving living standards across the continent. The election will take place during the 38th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on February 15-16. Odinga faces competition from Djibouti's Foreign Affairs Minister Mahamoud Ali Youssouf and Madagascar's former Foreign Affairs Minister Richard Randriamandrato. This marks Kenya's second bid for the AUC leadership, following former Cabinet Secretary Amina Mohamed's candidacy in 2016. The electoral process excludes countries under military rule, leaving 48 of the 55 African Union member states eligible to vote. A successful candidate must secure a two-thirds majority. The incoming AU chairman will inherit significant challenges, including widespread poverty, mounting national debts, security concerns, educational gaps, and healthcare deficiencies across the continent. [/QUOTE]

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