NASA Presidential candidate Raila Amolo Odinga at a past function (Photo/Kenyans.co.ke)
National Super Alliance (NASA) Presidential candidate Raila Amolo Odinga has been in the political arena for decades. The leader of the opposition has served as a Member of Parliament, minister and prime minister among other posts but there are a number of things many wish he did better.
Over years, Raila has created a cult-like following to the point that some of his supporters do not think twice whenever he makes certain claims. The ODM leader is surrounded by corrupt leaders who want to use their influence for their selfish gains. Raila will have an uphill task forming a transparent and corruption-free government with leaders who have looted public resources in the past.
How will Raila deal with his allies who have been fighting hard to ensure he rises to power? The opposition has said time and again that he will not tolerate corruption, which is a good thing to hear.
However, he has been heard protecting opposition governors even before corruption claims against them are investigated. Raila has found himself in trouble with the national government for dragging politics into every situation. Nonetheless, we will be biased not to acknowledge his fight to liberate Kenya from bad governance including the constitution and multi-party fight.