Cleophas Malala, the Deputy Party Leader of the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), sparked political discussion during an interview where he questioned the circumstances surrounding the death of opposition leader Raila Amollo Odinga.
Speaking openly, Malala pointed out inconsistencies in the official account, stating, “Immediately Baba died, the ODM leaders appointed Oburu to step in. Did you see the party chairlady Gladys Wanga crying at that funeral?” His comments indicated divisions within the party and raised concerns about the leadership’s handling following Odinga’s death.
Malala also highlighted conflicting accounts from the Odinga family. “Ruth Odinga said, ‘After I switched off that machine, I knew Kenya had lost,’ yet they also claimed Baba died while taking a walk at the hospital in India. How is that possible?” he questioned.
He added, “If Ruth was with Baba and switched off the machine, how is it that she later flew with Murkomen to India to bring his body back?”
Malala referenced statements from close associates, noting, “Salah says he was with Baba during his final moments. Winnie also says she was with Baba up to his last moments. Who, then, was truly present?”
Shifting to government actions, Malala claimed significant legislation was passed right after Odinga’s death.
“Currently the government can take your land and compensate you after a year. That bill was enacted at that time,” he asserted.
He finished with a political challenge to the presidency, stating, “I challenge William Ruto to appoint a Luhya to the deputy position.”
Malala questions Amolo’s death
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