Speaking during a televised political forum, Professor Kanoti suggested that the family of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga could play a central role in shaping the 2027 political landscape.
According to him, the Odinga family may propose Winnie Odinga, Ruth Odinga, or Ida Odinga as Ruto’s potential running mate — a move that, if true, would shake the foundations of Kenyan politics.
As reported by People Daily, Kanoti argued that the Odinga family might not want to lose their long-held political influence following the death of Raila Odinga.
As reported by People Daily, Kanoti argued that the Odinga family might not want to lose their long-held political influence following the death of Raila Odinga.
“The family could wish to maintain their political heritage by positioning one of their own in a national leadership role. That would help consolidate power and keep the Odinga legacy alive,” he said.
The analyst’s comments come at a time when political realignments are taking shape ahead of the 2027 elections. With the opposition still reorganizing after Raila’s passing, discussions about succession and alliances have intensified.
The analyst’s comments come at a time when political realignments are taking shape ahead of the 2027 elections. With the opposition still reorganizing after Raila’s passing, discussions about succession and alliances have intensified.
Kanoti’s remarks have, however, drawn mixed reactions, with some observers describing them as far-fetched while others view them as a realistic assessment of Kenya’s evolving political environment.
His statement follows a recent declaration by Oburu Oginga, ODM’s acting party leader, who hinted that the party may demand the deputy president’s position in exchange for backing Ruto’s re-election bid.
His statement follows a recent declaration by Oburu Oginga, ODM’s acting party leader, who hinted that the party may demand the deputy president’s position in exchange for backing Ruto’s re-election bid.
Oburu’s comments, though cautiously framed, have fueled speculation that a potential partnership between Ruto and the Odinga bloc could be in the works — an alliance that would have been unimaginable a few years ago given their long history of political rivalry.
Political insiders argue that such a deal could serve both sides. For President Ruto, partnering with the Odinga family could strengthen his appeal in the Nyanza region, an area that has traditionally voted for opposition candidates.
Political insiders argue that such a deal could serve both sides. For President Ruto, partnering with the Odinga family could strengthen his appeal in the Nyanza region, an area that has traditionally voted for opposition candidates.
For the Odingas, it would ensure continued representation at the highest levels of government and preserve their family’s political capital.
However, Professor Kanoti was quick to clarify that his statement represented a personal analysis, not insider information.
However, Professor Kanoti was quick to clarify that his statement represented a personal analysis, not insider information.
“This is purely my political observation,” he emphasized.
“The Odinga family has not yet announced their next move, and no formal discussions have taken place.”
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