Raila Odinga's changing face on national matters confuses friends and foes

When Azimio Presidential candidate Raila Odinga addressed supporters outside Milimani court buildings on August 22, 2022, after he filed a presidential petition. [Collins Kweyu, Standard]

It is tough being Raila Amolo Odinga. How can a man lead the opposition, control over a quarter of Cabinet slots, aspire to be the chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC) and still be the go-to protector of the man in the street in the face of adversity?

The ODM leader is also the person to constantly justify his actions. Believing himself to be on the right side of history, the opposition veteran has often chosen to align himself with the masses. But now he is a man walking the tightrope.