Ida Odinga Endorses John Mbadi to Succeed Raila as Luo Kingpin: "More Knowledgeable"

 

Homa Bay - Speculation is rife about who is to take over from Raila Odinga in Luo land after the Azimio leader announced his desire to ascend to designated for the African Union Commission chairmanship. Ida Odinga addresses a past church event. Mama Ida Odinga has opened up on his choice for the next Luo Nyanza leader after her husband, Raila. During a public function at Nyandiwa in Suba South Constituency, Ida noted that Raila had trained many people in politics, and his exit would not be too harmful as a well-trained politician would take over.  "Baba sent me to tell you that you should be calm and never stress your hearts because even if he goes to lead Africa and leaves Kenyan politics, he's left behind his brave and competent sons and daughters who can continue with his work," said Ida. She went ahead to shower John Mbadi, the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party national chairman, who was also present in the gathering, with compliments, saying that Mbadi had been with Raila for so many years and must have learnt a lot from him.  "All the years that you've been with Baba, you've gained more knowledge and leadership skills that you can use to lead the people. Are you not able?" Ida posed question at Mbadi. Ida endorses Mbadi's leadership She called him out several times, each time showering him with praises and calling out his political nickname, Mbadi Nyang', which means Mbadi the Crocodile. "This is the heartbeat of Baba," she declared amid cheers from an enthusiastic crowd. Mbadi asked those who were prematurely celebrating Raila's presumed political exit to prepare for a rude shock. "Those who are celebrating Raila’s exit are probably our opponents from the UDA party who think it will be easier for them to win the next election if Raila is out of Kenyan politics. I want to tell all of you that you'll be surprised by the results," roared Mbadi. The meeting comprised a contingent of local leaders who expressed unwavering support for Mbadi. 

by  Didacus Malowa