With former political friends-turned-foes, ODM leader Raila Odinga and Deputy President William Ruto widely expected to lock horns in the 2022 presidential contest; their individual political game plans will make or break their ambitions.

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Whereas Raila, Ruto’s political mentor is a heavyweight in his own rights, the DP developed his political muscles under him. 

In short, the former Eldoret North MP was indoctrinated from Raila’s political bible. So, going to 2022, Ruto who is seen by many as a front-runner in the President Uhuru Kenyatta succession is most likely going to face a familiar foe.

As another Raila protégé, Garissa Township MP Aden Duale has developed as one of the most astute politicians in the country today. Holding the powerful National Assembly Majority leader, Duale is the face of Jubilee Government in Parliament. And on the political scene, the former Dujis MP is one of Ruto’s most trusted allies.

Known for his sharp tongue, the venom-spitting MP is always ready to attack when Ruto is ‘attacked’ by his political rivals and even Raila has occasionally felt his wrath.

As the most powerful man in North Eastern Kenya, Duale is the man to deliver those few yet important votes to springboard Ruto’s political ambitions.

If Duale succeeds in making Ruto the next president, this will bring development to Garissa.

Duale has in the past spoke about his commitment to a Ruto presidency and given that the two come a long way, Ruto will ensure that Garissa enjoys the spoils of his presidency.

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