EALA MP to present motion backing Raila's AU chairperson candidacy

East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) MPSuleiman Shahbal. [Elvis Ogina, Standard]

East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) MP, Suleiman Shahbal, has announced his intention to present a motion during the upcoming plenary session calling on the East African Community (EAC) to unite in support of Raila Odinga's candidacy for the African Union (AU) chairmanship.

In his statement, Shahbal emphasised Odinga's contributions to East Africa's integration and his extensive experience in governance, adding that his tenure as the AU High Representative for Infrastructure, underscored his commitment to regional development and connectivity.