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The only Victory that counts is the Presidency.

Opposition supporters need to understand that in this election the only victory that counts is the Presidency. During Kibaki's administration, the Opposition were the majority in parliament but still no much progress was made. Moreover most of them switched allegiances – moved to the government’s side. The current opposition leader then was a none other than Raila Odinga.

Out of 47 counties, 24 have been controlled by NASA affiliated governors, yet people are still suffering due to frustrated devolution. Functions have been devolved without releasing adequate funds for proper service delivery. A good example is the on-going crisis in the health sector.

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