Saboti MP Caleb Amisi claims the late Raila did not want to enter the broad‑based government arrangement with Ruto and that he was pressured into it.
In an interview shared on January 24, Amisi said his late political mentor was pushed into the cooperation by others close to him, including some party leaders and cabinet experts. Amisi described a dramatic episode where Raila reportedly resisted efforts to formalize the arrangement, including being taken to Mombasa to sign the agreement.
Amisi suggested that Raila refused to sign the documents and did not want to join Ruto in joint rallies or political activities linked to the deal — and that the move was not fully consensual. He claimed the late leader even flew to Dubai to avoid being roped into the plan before eventual pressure led him back.
The broad‑based arrangement between Raila’s Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) and President Ruto’s UDA government was formalized in early 2025, with leaders framing it as a unity move helping Kenya address national issues ahead of the 2027 general election. Supporters have said it was meant to foster stability and cooperation across political divides.
However, Amisi’s remarks highlight ongoing internal disagreements within ODM about the pact and the party’s direction after Raila’s passing. Some members have publicly voiced confusion or opposition to extended arrangements with the ruling government, while others defend the collaboration as part of a pragmatic political strategy.
This debate underscores deeper questions about how political deals are formed and who has a say in party direction. With 2027 elections approaching, disagreements like this reflect broader tensions within opposition ranks over identity, strategy, and leadership.
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