Why Uhuru Kenyatta is staying away from campaigns

President Uhuru Kenyatta chats with Azimio la Umoja flag bearer Raila Odinga after the Akurinu 100-year celebration at Kasarani Stadium on June 19, 2022. [Samson Wire, Standard]

President Uhuru Kenyatta yesterday steered clear of politics during the 100th-anniversary celebrations by Akurino Church at Kasarani, Nairobi.

This was despite the presence of Azimio la Umoja-One Kenya presidential candidate Raila Odinga and his running mate Martha Karua, whom he has previously endorsed to succeed. It was also unlike the president’s previous engagements with the church, where he has always openly discussed politics.