Raila Odinga, Kalonzo Musyoka, and Martha Karua Meeting
Amendment of the law was among the key issues that were discussed at the Azimio movement parliamentary group meeting attended by opposition leader Raila Odinga, Kalonzo Musyoka, Martha Karua, and other Azimio members sometimes back.
This was to see the official office of the opposition leader and his deputy created for the duo to keep the government in check.
This came amid what was seen as growing pressure from western nations on President William Ruto requesting him to spearhead the formation of the office of the official opposition leader. As part of his follow-up to what he promised the Chatham house in his address to them.
Raila's AU Departure
Raila's term in AU came to an end and he immediately got more serious about organizing the demonstrations in Kenya. He has carried out a number of demonstrations, especially in Kenya's capital Nairobi. On 20, March 2023, Mr. Odinga led his followers in a demonstration that led to a fight between the police and protesters.
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Raila's Roles
Among the roles, Raila was set to play in President Ruto's government should the office be successfully created after the law amendment are:
Acting as a symbol of national unity. He will also be addressing the national assembly and senate.
He will ensure that human rights are protected. The office will keep the government in check by making suggestions and criticizing.
The office of the opposition leader will spearhead the citizen's grievances to the government and also examine government expenditures.
The office will also seek clarification always from the government on policy implementation should it be created.
