Monday twenty fourth February, 2025 01:19 PM|
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has clarified the character of President William Ruto’s assist for his failed bid to turn out to be the following Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC).
Speaking at State House Mombasa on Monday, February 24, 2025, Raila emphasised that his determination to run for the AUC chair was impartial and never influenced by Ruto.
“I want to thank my brother William Ruto, who stood by me. He never asked me to run for the AUC seat. I announced myself that I was going to run for the position of chair of AUC, and he only came after I made an announcement to say that he was supporting my candidature,” Raila acknowledged.
He additional acknowledged Ruto’s function in his marketing campaign, noting that the President supplied each verbal and tangible help.
“He supported my candidature not just by words but by deeds and put up the machinery to help my campaign,” Odinga added.
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