During an interview on January 27, Winnie sharply criticized Salah for allegedly fabricating accounts of being with her father during his final moments. “I have met Oketch Salah, but I’d like to believe nobody really knows him.
A flat-out lie that you were there at the time of my father’s death and you were not, talking about things that did not occur, is quite dangerous and makes me question his intentions,” she stated.
Winnie warned that Salah’s statements were not only false but also potentially harmful, calling for urgent intervention.
The Odinga family, led by Raila Odinga Junior, has since publicly distanced itself from Salah. Raila Junior responded to Salah’s social media defense with a single-word dismissal:
“Nonsense.” Winnie added that the family was united and that the controversy was about protecting her father’s legacy, not an internal feud.
Facing mounting criticism, Salah broke his silence on social media, emphasizing that his account had been misunderstood and selectively interpreted.
He claimed that his closeness to Raila was both professional and personal, describing moments of care during the late leader’s illness as “real, painful, and lived.” Salah promised to clarify his side in a forthcoming interview while maintaining respect for the Odinga family.
The explosive exchange has drawn nationwide attention, highlighting the sensitive intersection of personal relationships and public narratives in Kenya’s political landscape.
The incident underscores the challenges faced by those closely associated with prominent leaders, particularly when claims of personal intimacy with influential figures emerge.
As the debate unfolds, political observers continue to watch how the Odinga family and ODM navigate these tensions while safeguarding Raila Odinga’s legacy and the integrity of the party.
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