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[QUOTE="Munyaradzi Mafaro, post: 36936, member: 636"]
Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka says Raila Odinga should step away from politics despite his strong legacy. He praised Raila for advancing democracy, but thinks new leaders need their chance. The senator believes a good player must know when to leave the stage. He made these remarks during a May 5 talk show.

Onyonka explained he shifted support to Fred Matiang'i because he disagrees with Raila joining President Ruto. He noted that his thirty-year relationship with Raila remains special, but his voters want Raila to preserve his name for history. The community feels Raila should have stayed independent instead of teaming up with the government. Onyonka warned that Raila might face problems like those after his 2018 handshake with Uhuru.

The senator refused to resign from ODM or seek a fresh mandate. He sees no need for an expensive election; he feels confident about winning. Onyonka has become a key supporter of Matiang'i's presidential campaign. He recently accompanied Matiang'i to former Deputy President Gachagua's home.
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