Raila’s ‘Son’ Oketch Claims Late ODM Leader Planned To Support Ruto 2027

Raila Odinga’s adopted son, Oketch Salah, shared details of what he claimed were the late ODM leader’s plans for the party
Oketch further claimed that Raila was interested in supporting President Ruto in the upcoming 2027 General Election
His comments divided netizens, with many sharing mixed views on Raila’s possible plans for ODM and the 2027 elections

Oketch Salah, adopted son and a close associate of the late former prime minister Raila Odingahas made surprising claims about the ODM leader’s political plans ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Oketch Salah claimed that Raila Odinga was planning to support William Ruto in the 2027 election. Photo: Oketch Salah, Raila Odinga.
Source: Facebook

Speaking during a recent event, Oketch said Raila had clearly told him about his vision for the ODM Party and his plans for the upcoming elections before he died.

Raila, who died on Wednesday, October 15, while receiving treatment in India, left open questions about the future of ODM and its direction under a wider government system that includes some of his allies serving in the President’s administration. William Ruto.

Would Raila run for the presidency in 2027?

According to Oketch, Raila had clearly told him that he wanted ODM to remain part of the wider government for the unity and stability of the party.

He further claimed that the former prime minister was interested in supporting President Ruto for re-election in 2027.

“What was in his heart was that ODM supports President Ruto and did so with a lot of power so that he could win with a big advantage. It was very clear where Baba’s heart was, I was with him for most of the last time of his life. It was clear as day that he supported Ruto,” Oketch demanded.

Oketch vowed to respect Raila’s alleged wishes, saying it was his duty to ensure that the late leader’s vision was fulfilled.

“It is my duty to ensure that Father’s will is fulfilled in terms of politics. Father had the president fully and wanted his people to be in government. We are fully behind you, Mr. President,” he added.

Kenyans comment on Oketch’s claims

Oketch’s words have sparked mixed reactions online, with Kenyans taking to social media to voice their opinions.

Here are some of their comments:

musawamussa:

“That’s all good… Except for one thing: Father isn’t there, we are.”

ademba338:

“How is that possible, what about UDA?”

leevab_:

“Why would you choose an adopted son to reveal that information other than his real son?”

titus_kialo:

“That’s right but that’s not legal now because that didn’t work out, if you plan to buy a car next year and the plan fails, just keep quiet and get on with it.”

pnjungek:

“He is only looking for a political position, but he also had to lie in the name of mystery.”

kimanifutbol:

“Try him and see.. the last time father approved a presidential candidate in power it never happened! We don’t believe it at all.”