Raila in a new tactic to checkmate Ruto as he sets 3-point agenda
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Raila sets a 3-point agenda in a new tactic to mount pressure on President William Ruto ahead of the bipartisan talks
Raila sets a 3-point agenda in a new tactic to mount pressure on President William Ruto ahead of the bipartisan talks.
Azimio la Umoja coalition leader Raila Odinga unveiled his 3-point agenda ahead of the town hall meeting with his supporters on Thursday, April 13.
The opposition leader emphasized in a statement on Wednesday, April 12, that the agenda included outlining a course for the nation’s salvation, involving all parties in discussions about issues affecting Kenyans, and rejecting a Parliament, which he alleged was controlled by President William Ruto.
He confirmed that the meeting would start at 9:00 am and take place in Ufungamano Hall in Nairobi.
“(We seek to) engage all Kenyans in making our nation great veterans, human rights activists, intellectuals, faith-based organizations, trade unions, farmers’ associations, small businesses, and other civil society organizations,” Raila added.
The leader of the Azimio coalition remarked that the meeting will bring Kenyans together, look for solutions to national issues, create a plan for national change, and create a more promising future for the next generation.
Raila pointed out that the return of the town hall meetings came ahead of the bipartisan talks with the government.
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Azimio has also planned for people’s Baraza at the Kamukunji grounds on Sunday, April 16, as part of the coalition’s plan to heap pressure on Ruto.
According to the Azimio leader, the purpose of the baraza is to explain to the people their upcoming course of action following the suspension of the protests.
On April 2, Azimio halted demonstrations to give the opposition time to have a conversation with Kenya Kwanza’s government on important matters such the reorganization of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) and the high cost of living.
Despite opting to resume public engagements, Azimio warned they would resume the mass protests if the government did not commit to the bipartisan talks.
“Azimio remains committed to the spirit of the Easter deal that saw the two parties commit to dialogue and call on Kenya Kwanza to come to the table with clean hands, unclenched fists, and a commitment to an honest and transparent process that engages on all the issues bedeviling our country,” Raila cautioned.
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