Raila Odinga
KenyapoliticianMaleb. 19436.1Global Dominance: 0.01%Raila Odinga is a prominent Kenyan opposition leader and political figure, known for his long-standing struggle for democracy in Kenya. Born on January 7, 1945, he has been a key player in the country's politics for decades, having run for the presidency multiple times. A former Prime Minister, Odinga's advocacy for multi-party democracy in the 1980s led to his imprisonment and subsequent exile. He has garnered significant support from various African leaders and is currently a candidate for the presidency of the African Union Commission, where he aims to address pressing regional conflicts.
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Aladwa claimed that Uhuru's remarks are inciting and that he had the power to help Raila but handed over the instruments to Ruto.
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Raila Odinga, the leader of the opposition Orange Democratic Movement, condemned Ruto's stance.
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Uhuru said he remains convinced that Odinga won the 2022 presidential election, despite the official results declaring President William Ruto the winner.
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Uhuru Kenyatta claimed that the late Raila Odinga won the 2022 General Election.
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I will speak up: Uhuru reopens ghosts of contested 2022 presidential electionKenya· 2026-09-23The late Raila Odinga was claimed by Uhuru Kenyatta to have won the 2022 General Election.
Retired president claim revives 2022 election dispute over vote tally and Ruto's winKenya· 2026-09-22Uhuru Kenyatta claims the late Raila Odinga won the contest.
I will speak up: Uhuru reopens 2022 poll row, says Raila won contest as Ruto allies fire backKenya· 2026-09-22Uhuru Kenyatta believes that the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga won the 2022 presidential election.
UDA hits back at Uhuru over 2022 election remarksKenya· 2026-09-22
The late Odinga contested the August 9, 2022 election under the Azimio la Umoja-One Kenya Coalition Party.
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Mahmoud Ali Youssouf of Djibouti became chairperson last year, defeating late Raila Odinga.
AU and other major Pan-African bodies have failed the continentKenya· 2026-09-20
Under the late Raila Odinga, ODM became synonymous with opposition politics that was often uncomfortable, confrontational and uncompromising.
How power has changed ODM leadersKenya· 2026-09-20Some believe Sifuna could rally similar support to late leader Raila Odinga, a huge figure in Kenyan politics.
A rising star of Kenyan politics channels Gen-Z angerKenya· 2026-09-20
He has overtly claimed that Baba Raila Odinga asked him to form ‘Linda Mwananchi’ as an exit strategy.
Why Amisi is making Shikuku look like a saintKenya· 2026-09-19
Raila Odinga was one of Kenya's most prominent political figures, whose life and legacy are being commemorated on the first anniversary of his death.
Ida unveils committee to steer Raila's first anniversary commemorationKenya· 2026-09-17
Raila Odinga was one of Kenya's most prominent political figures, whose political career spanned more than three decades.
Raila first anniversary committee unveiledKenya· 2026-09-17Raila Odinga is referenced as a political fighter and mentor to Edwin Sifuna.
Why Sifuna has outshined other aspirants for top seatKenya· 2026-09-17
Ruto arrived as a partner of ODM's own leadership, pledging to safeguard Raila's legacy.
Ruto may be Orange party's lifeline and its undertakerKenya· 2026-09-16
The political agreement he had reached with the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga was founded on national unity.
Ruto intensifies criticism against oppositionKenya· 2026-09-15
The article discusses the Odinga family's clash with ODM regarding plans to honor Raila Odinga.
Odinga family clash with ODM on plans to honour RailaKenya· 2026-09-15Raila Odinga was a significant political figure whose following the Linda Mwananchi movement aims to sustain.
Linda Mwananchi leaders' tough choices after successful city tourKenya· 2026-09-15
Raila Odinga is a prominent political figure in Kenya.
Family, ODM differ on plans to honour RailaKenya· 2026-09-15Raila Odinga is a former party leader whose relationship with Nairobi has shaped its political landscape.
From Baba to Sifuna: How Sifuna defines Nairobi politicsKenya· 2026-09-14
Sifuna alleged that counties had agreed to receive Sh450 billion in allocations but accused the President of failing to honour a commitment he said was made to former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
Sifuna accuses Ruto of undermining devolutionKenya· 2026-09-13Ruto described himself as a student of the late opposition leader and assured ODM supporters that he would continue working with them.
I will advance Raila's legacy - RutoKenya· 2026-09-13Raila Odinga's legacy is highlighted as an important part of ODM and Kenya's political history.
Fanning flames of violence as Linda Mwanachi sets to storm NairobiKenya· 2026-09-12
After the death of Kenya's veteran opposition figure Raila Odinga, Ruto moved to absorb Odinga's strongholds in western Kenya.
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Oburu in London for medical check-upKenya· 2026-09-11
Raila Odinga was the late Prime Minister of Kenya associated with the broad-based government arrangement.
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Tanzania· 2026-09-10
Raila Odinga was the late Prime Minister of Kenya involved in the Broad-Based Government arrangement.
Most Kenyans reject Broad-Based Government, say country on wrong pathKenya· 2026-09-10