A section of Ukambani politicians has reignited calls on former Prime Minister Raila Odinga to support Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka’s 2022 presidential bid.
The politicians say Raila has to return the favor by supporting the former Vice President in 2022.
Kitui Woman Representative Irene Kasalu says there are no negotiations on why Raila should support Kalonzo in the next polls.
Speaking in Mwingi Town on Saturday, Kasalu said Kalonzo unconditionally supported Raila in 2013 and 2017.
“Our brother Raila Odinga should return the hand and support Kalonzo in 2022,” Kasalu said.
Kasalu said Kambas have been loyal to Raila, hence it is time for the former prime mister to replicate the loyalty to Kalonzo.
She said Kalonzo stands a higher chance of succeeding Kenyatta in 2022 if Raila backs him.
“Raila should be a gentleman and support Kalonzo in 2022,” Kitui West MP Edith Nyenze said.
Nyenze said they will pressure Raila and other NASA politicians to endorse Kalonzo’s presidential bid in 2022.
Kalonzo signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Raila under NASA that was to see him automatically fly the alliance's presidential ticket in 2022.
There are, however, fears that Raila may not honor the MoU on grounds that he did not win the presidential election in 2017.
A section of ODM politicians has been quoted saying that Raila will be on the presidential ballot in the next polls.
Kalonzo has on the other hand stated that he will go for the top seat with or without Raila’s support.
The former Vice President says he cannot shelve his bid in support of another candidate, stating that he has sacrificed enough.
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