"Reality Is Hitting Him Hard" Insider Reveals Why Raila, ODM Leaders Could Abandon Ruto Soon

In recent weeks, ODM party leader Raila Odinga has taken a mixed stance on government policy, speaking out selectively and expressing less consistent criticism of President William Ruto's administration.

Furthermore, the former Prime Minister emphasized that the ODM-Ruto partnership was not intended to mislead the Kenyan public.

He confirmed that, notwithstanding the existing political arrangement with President Ruto, the party would field its own presidential candidate in the 2027 elections.

“We did not enter into this agreement to betray Kenyans. When the time comes, ODM will be on the ballot,” said Raila.

However, Machakos Deputy Governor Francis Mwangangi believes there is either miscommunication between the two factions or unfulfilled promises, or both.

He also discusses the public outcry that occurred when Raila joined the administration, as well as the growing hate for Dr Ruto.

“ODM appears disenchanted after it realised the government is disinterested on implementing the nine-point agenda on the MoU. 

Raila has also noticed that he risks soiling his legacy by joining a government that appears to attract widespread hatred,” Mwangangi said.

The Machakos County Deputy Governor suggests that ODM is strategically pulling back in an effort to rebuild trust with the influential Gen Zs, who seem to have grown increasingly disillusioned and hostile toward the government.