The official launch of ODM leader Raila Odinga's candidature for the African Union Commission (AUC) chairmanship has now put him on the cusp of making history as the first leader from the East African region to occupy the seat.
With allied countries in tow and a continental charm offensive still in play, Raila is now gearing up to face off with Madagascar's Richard Randriamandrato, Djibouti's Mohamoud Youssouf and Anil Gayan of Mauritious for the coveted seat.