‘How Can Unity Be A Betrayal?’ – Governor Wanga Asks Kalonzo After Ruto-Raila Pact
Gladys Wanga, the Chairperson of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), has denied charges that former Prime Minister Raila Odinga betrayed Kenyans by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with President William Ruto.
Wanga stated that yesterday’s collaboration agreement between the two leaders was merely intended to unite Kenyans.
She was speaking at the International Women’s Day Celebration on Saturday, March 8, in Homabay County.
She went on to reject charges that the former prime minister joined President Ruto’s camp for personal gain, emphasizing that the new broad-based coalition was for the benefit of all Kenyans.
According to Wanga, Ruto and Raila’s agreement will assist address some of Kenya’s important concerns, like as young unemployment, while also encouraging inclusivity.
“Yesterday, Raila gave us the lead and told us to enter into the broad-based government and support President Ruto’s administration, and this was not for selfish reasons but for the unity of Kenyans,” Wanga clarified.
Gladys Wanga: (On the Ruto-Raila MoU) I have seen those saying that is betrayal in the city. How can unity be betrayal?#IWDHomabay pic.twitter.com/gJvcL513sS
— NTV Kenya (@ntvkenya) March 8, 2025
She went on to add, “We immensely support Raila Odinga and President Ruto’s efforts to unite the country so that all citizens can benefit. I have seen those saying, this is betrayal; how can unity be a betrayal?”
Wanga’s remarks come a day after Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka described Odinga’s arrangement with the Head of State as the ultimate form of betrayal to Kenyans.
Speaking at the People’s Dialogue Festival in Nairobi on Friday, March 7, Kalonzo urged Kenyans, particularly the younger generation, to reject the new political system, stating it was solely for self-interest.
The Azimio principal stated that, despite the signing of the deal, Raila’s backing would not guarantee President Ruto’s re-election in 2027.
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“If there is no formula at the KICC today showing how Kenyans are going to compensate their families and the loss of lives due to police brutality, then there is nothing that will come out of KICC other than betrayal,” Kalonzo commented.
DAP-Kenya party chairman Eugene Wamalwa echoed Kalonzo’s remarks, criticising Odinga for reportedly abandoning his opposition duty to dine with the current leadership, saying history would judge him harshly.
“To those who left their opposition role to join President Ruto’s government, history is a harsh judge; may it judge them,” Wamalwa said.
“We have chosen to side with the Gen Zs, and we have done so with a clear mind.”
‘How Can Unity Be A Betrayal?’ – Governor Wanga Asks Kalonzo After Ruto-Raila Pact
