NAIROBI, Kenya March 15 – Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has dismissed calls to remove President William Ruto, arguing that such efforts would not solve Kenya’s pressing challenges. Speaking on Saturday at the funeral of retired pilot Colonel James Nguyo Gitahi in Maanzoni, Machakos County, Odinga criticized those opposing his collaboration with President Ruto under the broad-based government. He rejected the “#RutoMustGo” narrative, stating that Kenyans are struggling with a high cost of living and that political instability would only worsen the situation. “Kenyans need solutions between now and 2027. The cost of living is unbearable—food prices are high, taxes are excessive, and corruption is rampant. Our 10-point agenda is not a betrayal but a plan to address these issues,” Odinga said, days after signing a political agreement with ruling
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President William Ruto, Nairobi Governor Sakaja Johnson, Dagoreti North MP Beatrice Elachi, and Dagoreti South MP John Kiarie attended the United Pentecostal Church of Kenya in Dagoreti North. During the event, Ruto lauded Nairobi County MCAs for their unwavering support for the Governor and pledged his support to transform the city.[Elvis Ogina/Standard] President William Ruto has praised Nairobi County MCAs for their unwavering support of Governor Sakaja Johnson, highlighting the county’s progress despite a minority of MCAs aligning with the Governor. He specifically acknowledged the bipartisan backing from the majority opposition, Azimio, which has strengthened governance in the city. “Nairobi started a broad-based Government. Let me say, you understood the letter in the envelope. This unity is the way forward, and we will continue to support the county to perform,”