Raila Odinga has accused the Kenya Kwanza alliance of failing to keep all of its pre-election pledges, including protecting Kenyans from the bad impacts of the economy, which would result in a lower cost of living.
Speaking at the 15th anniversary of the Party of National Unity (PNU) in Nairobi, the opposition leader expanded his criticism of the government's housing agenda while directing Azimio constituent parties to ramp up grassroots recruitment for the mother of all battles in the 2027 general election.
He claimed inadequate advice has resulted in the Kenya Kwanza government failing to keep crucial campaign promises to Kenyans.
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“When we came to power in 2002, we found a bankrupt economy but Kibaki told us that we must implement free primary education because we had promised it during the campaigns. This regime is failing because of poor advice, they must learn to fulfil their promises,” he said.
Former Defence Cabinet Secretary Eugene Wamalwa remained critical of the present regime's efforts to enforce the housing levy.
“We’re seeing today a government that lost direction, a government of failed promises, trial and error tactics. We demand that the government refund Kenyans all the money that was deducted illegally through the housing levy. Presidency of Ruto and Gachagua has become a symbol of national disunity,” he said.
Mr. Odinga criticized the government's approach and implementation of the housing plan, urging stakeholder engagement on the Affordable Housing Initiative.
“They borrowed the housing programme from our manifesto but they didn't know how to implement it, that's the problem. If you're doing an Affordable Housing scheme, the houses must be affordable. People who want houses should apply, and the beneficiaries will come voluntarily. You don't force it on people, mambo ya upende usipende tulizika na Nyayo," said the ODM leader.
“Let people sit down and dialogue about this issue in a proper manner. Let experts be brought on board and explain how it’s going to be rolled. This program was rolled out without thinking.” he added
