Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga told leaders they need to stop thinking about themselves and start caring about what helps Kenya. He spoke out against opposition leaders who support the recent protests because they think it might help them gain power. Raila said these politicians are hoping for more trouble while millions of While millions of other Kenyans work hard and pray for their country to get better despite political fights.
The ODM leader believes all politicians should work together during tough times to find answers and help fix problems. He also had strong words for government officials, telling them they must always put people first. Raila said leaders often run away from doing their jobs and choose what seems easy or popular instead.
He asked important questions about whether leaders actually listen to citizens or just talk at them. Raila made these comments Friday during the second day of a government retreat in Karen, Nairobi. President William Ruto attended the event after opening it Thursday.
Raila praised the government for dealing with problems from the Finance Bill 2024 that caused the protests. He said officials should keep looking for ways to help people with their struggles. The former PM stressed that government must do right things because they matter, not just to win elections.
The ODM leader believes all politicians should work together during tough times to find answers and help fix problems. He also had strong words for government officials, telling them they must always put people first. Raila said leaders often run away from doing their jobs and choose what seems easy or popular instead.
He asked important questions about whether leaders actually listen to citizens or just talk at them. Raila made these comments Friday during the second day of a government retreat in Karen, Nairobi. President William Ruto attended the event after opening it Thursday.
Raila praised the government for dealing with problems from the Finance Bill 2024 that caused the protests. He said officials should keep looking for ways to help people with their struggles. The former PM stressed that government must do right things because they matter, not just to win elections.
