Saboti MP Caleb Amisi has strongly defended ODM leader Raila Odinga against critics who blame him for his recent political cooperation with President William Ruto. Amisi argues that the responsibility lies with those who have consistently refused to support Raila in past presidential elections.
Raila and Ruto are expected to sign a 50-50 power-sharing agreement at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), a move that has sparked mixed reactions among Kenyans. Some see the deal as a betrayal of opposition politics, while others view it as a strategic step towards national unity.
“I don’t blame Raila at all. I blame those who have consistently refused to vote for him five times he has presented himself on the ballot,” Amisi said. “He is a human being, not an angel. Let’s leave Baba to rest and let the youth go to the streets and continue the fight for a better Kenya.”
Amisi criticized those who continuously shift blame to Raila, calling it a sign of weakness and over-dependence on the veteran politician. He urged Kenyans to recognize that every generation has its role in shaping the country’s future.
“Our forefathers fought for independence and won. Others fought for multipartism and democracy, and they succeeded. Some pushed for the 2010 Constitution, and it became a reality,” he explained. “Do not expect the same people to fight for 21st-century economic emancipation while you waste time in nightclubs.”
Amisi’s remarks reflect growing concerns that Kenya’s younger generation should take a more active role in addressing the country’s economic and political issues instead of relying on Raila to fight their battles.
According to sources, the expected deal between Raila and Ruto could see the ODM leader influence 50 percent of the government, including nominating additional Cabinet Secretaries. The agreement is said to resemble the 2008 National Accord, where Raila and former President Mwai Kibaki shared power.
Amisi urged critics to either forgive Raila if they feel he has not done enough or step up and take action themselves. “A bad government is not an option,” he warned.
As the nation awaits the finalization of the deal, all eyes will be on Raila and Ruto to see how their cooperation reshapes Kenya’s political landscape.
