Just over the weekend, Musalia disowned any political deal with Ruto and emphasised what he termed his “personal relationship with the President”. Mudavadi, who is marketing himself as the de facto opposition leader, said he will play the role of a “loyal opposition” – supporting and criticising the government where and when necessary. On Wednesday, the Raila wing was quick to dismiss claims that they are banking on Uhuru’s backing in 2022. During a visit to Kisumu in 2018, Siaya Senator James Orengo openly asked for Uhuru’s support in 2022. He has also helped the President annihilate Ruto, pushing the former Eldoret North MP to the periphery of state power.

Source: The Star July 23, 2020 02:15 UTC