[Opposition leader Raila Odinga makes his way to Eldama Ravine. He has backed Governor Isaac Rutto to be Kalenjin spokesman. Photo/Nation]
Kalenjin Community should be prepared for the leadership of Isaac Rutto in post 2017 era, says ODM leader Raila Odinga.
The rebellious Bomet Governor has since backed Odinga’s presidency and would be Deputy Premier should NASA take over.
And in Eldama Ravine on Wednesday, Odinga accused DP William Ruto of failing to serve the interest of the local community despite being voted in 2013.
“Uhuru Kenyatta has got his Ruto and I got mine. My Rutto is a focused man whom you should be ready for hi leadership.
“Unlike the other Ruto, Governor Rutto is a selfless man and you have all seen what he is capable of doing in Bomet. Kindly elect us to transform this region,” he said.
While Odinga is backing his chances in Rift Valley on Governor Rutto, Uhuru is closely working with his deputy to ensure the region remains a Jubilee zone.
At his Bomet backyard, Governor Rutto is facing stiff resistance from National Assembly Deputy Speaker Joyce Laboso.