All indications show that ODM leader Raila Odinga could be the next president of Kenya after 2022 general elections, political analyst Martin Andati has said.
Speaking on Monday Radio Maisha's Bunge La Maisha, the commentator noted that Raila's latest actions point at a man who has been assured of the top seat by people he claimed 'run the country'.
He said the former Prime Minister seems to have landed a deal with the 'deep state', judging by his calmness and apparent indifference regarding the 2022 presidential race.
"Ishara zinaonyesha huenda Raila amekubaliana na deep state na huenda akapewa urais (indications point that he might have landed a deal with the group and he might be given the presidency)," Andati argued.
He alleged that a team of unknown people operates by bringing their chosen one nearer to the top seat once they pick him, as is the case with Raila who is now very close to President Uhuru Kenyatta.
According to Andati, Uhuru was also a beneficiary of the same, hence his nomination to the Deputy Prime Ministerial seat in 2008, after which he was 'made' president in 2013.
He also based this on recent remarks by COTU boss Francis Atwoli who has authoritatively predicted a referendum, noting that the trade unionist's declaration could be coming from a higher place.
"Kulingana na vile Awoli anaongea, huenda executive ikapanuliwa na Raila akapewa kiti ya mkuu wa nchi (judging by his remarks, Raila might be made the head of state after the referendum)," he added.
Raila has remained silent on his 2022 plans.