NATIONAL DIALOGUE: Raila Gives Criteria To Choose The Committee
Azimio leader Raila Odinga issued a list of demands to the government on Sunday morning, claiming that they must be met before the national dialogue can take place.
Raila demanded in his statement, which was intended to clear the air on his current political stance, that the government ensure justice is served to victims of police brutality and their families.
Raila also demanded the dismissal of all protest-related cases and the release of all Kenyans kidnapped while participating in demonstrations or expressing their political views.
He also urged the government to address outstanding healthcare (healthcare workers’ welfare) and education (JSS teachers) grievances before returning to the negotiating table.
Clearing the air: Ukweli wa Mambo! pic.twitter.com/fmYKNWJouP
— Raila Odinga (@RailaOdinga) July 21, 2024
Raila also proposed returning public healthcare insurance to the now-defunct National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) and eliminating the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF).
Furthermore, the Azimio leader advocated for the prosecution of all security sector perpetrators who were involved in the brutalization of Kenyans during the protests.
“Once these issues are resolved, we can focus on a National Conversation conducted transparently in a neutral venue,” he added.
In terms of the parties involved in the talks, Odinga proposed selecting representatives from various professional bodies to promote inclusivity.
“It is my proposal that representatives for this convention should come from various sectors including youth, government, religious leaders, health care professionals, lawyers, and teachers,” he added.
“We must come together to discuss national and constitutional critical issues.”
According to the Azimio leader, the key critical issues that should be discussed in the dialogue are good governance, the rising cost of living, eradicating tribalism, combating corruption and debt, and fiscal management.
Raila also maintained his support for the dialogue in the face of criticism from his Azimio allies, casting doubt on his alleged affair with President William Ruto.
“To the young people of Kenya, you all must know that I am deeply moved by your dedication to the cause; and I believe a structured dialogue will bring the reforms you are fighting for and safeguard Kenya for your future,” stated the opposition leader.
NATIONAL DIALOGUE: Raila Gives Criteria To Choose The Committee
I fully support dialogue to heal a humble country and its citizenry,but remember also our president while campaigning he promised to form a government of equality and inclusivity – boda bodas,mama mboga and mkokoteni pushers. Kindly we as a boda boda would like to be placed somewhere better,we contribute alot when it comes revenue…Tell our president please.