Sunday, February 16, 2025 - Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s loss in the African Union Commission (AUC) chairmanship election has triggered mixed reactions across Kenya’s political spectrum.
While some leaders expressed disappointment, others viewed
the outcome differently.
Djibouti’s long-serving Foreign Affairs Minister, Mahamoud
Youssouf, clinched victory after securing 33 votes, with Raila bowing out in
the sixth round as per AUC election regulations.
Despite maintaining a strong presence in the race, Raila
ultimately conceded graciously, reaffirming his commitment to Africa’s progress
in other capacities.
However, his loss did not sit well with some of his allies.
Homa Bay Town MP, Peter Kaluma, was particularly vocal,
threatening to push for the withdrawal of the East African Community (EAC) from
the African Union (AU).
“I will petition the withdrawal of the East African
Community from the AU,” Kaluma declared, echoing the frustration among Raila’s
supporters.
In the same breath, Kaluma suggested that Raila should
consider formalizing a coalition with President William Ruto, citing the strong
backing he received from the Kenya Kwanza administration during his AUC bid.
Raila’s next political move now remains a subject of keen
national interest.
See how Kenyans reacted to Kaluma’s post.
The Kenyan DAILY POST
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