President Uhuru Kenyatta is not keen on arresting NASA leader Raila Odinga, despite pressure from some of his closest advisers. People close to the President told the Star yesterday that Uhuru believes arresting Raila will raise political tensions, which could adversely affect his development plans. Jubilee vice-chairman David Murage would not be drawn into discussing dialogue with the Opposition and the curious silence by Jubilee leaders. In both official and personal interactions, the NASA leader and President Uhuru have always addressed each other as “Ndugu (Brother)”. Raila too is said to be keen to retain the mutual respect with Uhuru and has often asked his team to refrain from attacking Uhuru personally.

Source: The Star February 12, 2018 02:26 UTC