Ida Odinga's presence at the launch of Creative Hubs in Migori County attracted criticism from a twitter user forcing her son, Raila Odinga Junior to jump to her defence. The netizen did not see the need of inviting the wife to opposition leader Raila Odinga.
"Is there anything that Ida contributed? Does she even know what is an innovation hub? Just popping up on hijacking anything done by others , come up with your own and let the community know it's your contribution," @joekul123 tweeted.
His tweet irritated Raila Junior who defended organisers for recognising Mama Ida as a female role model. He questioned @joekul123's support of women taking up ICT roles.
"Pardon you @joekul123 but Mrs Odinga #notyouragemate was invited as a female leader, the organizers felt that her presence would encourage you girls to take up interest in ICT unless you have a problem with females in that role as well!" Raila Junior responded.
His sentiments were backed by Alego Usonga MP Samuel Atandi who labelled Ida as a respected global educationist.
“Mama Ida Odinga is a globally respected educationist, who has taught, developed many professionals in various fields. Besides being an icon on gender matters, she continues to mentor many. She is a powerful resource. To question her, is the height of naivety and foolishness,” said the legislator as reported by Standard.