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Raila pushes for referendum to reshape Kenya's governance structure

President William Ruto led the Katiba Day celebrations at KICC, Nairobi on August 27, 2025. [PCS]

Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga is calling for a national referendum to review devolution and abolish remnants of the provincial administration.

Speaking during the Katiba at 15 celebrations at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre, Raila said the current two-tier system has its challenges that have affected the whole devolution process.

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