Raila's entry into government alienates Kindiki and Mudavadi

President William Ruto and ODM Leader Raila Odinga during the signing of Peace and Partnership Agreement at KICC, Nairobi on March 7, 2025 [Emmanuel Wanson, Standard]

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi wore brave faces as they welcomed the handshake between President William Ruto and ODM leader Raila Odinga after the MoU was signed on Friday.

The reality, however, is that they could soon be holding their offices as mere flower girls in government.

That is because the President appears to be focusing mainly on his re-election agenda for 2027, and he probably thinks both Kindiki and Mudavadi can’t help much in the realisation of his goals.