Leaders allied to the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party gathered in Kakamega on Sunday to pray for Raila Odinga’s bid for the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairmanship.
Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa hosted the leaders who expressed confidence that Raila will be elected as the Chairman of AUC.
“Let’s pray for Raila Odinga because we have always been almost there, starting in 2007, 2013, 2017 and 2022, but this time round all of us have confidence that our party leader, who is the champion of devolution, will be elected on Saturday,” Governor Barasa noted.
He emphasized the significance of Raila Odinga’s leadership at the continental level, stating that his vast experience in governance and diplomacy makes him the ideal candidate to steer the Commission.
ODM Deputy Party leader, who is also Vihiga Senator, Godfrey Otsotsi, said that Raila Odinga’s leadership will keep Kenya on the continent and the global map as he steers the commission to transform the continent.
Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, Busia Governor Paul Otuoma, Kisii Governor Simba Arati, Senators, MPs, Women Representatives and Members of County Assembly (MCAs) were among the leaders who attended the prayer service.
By Moses Wekesa