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Raila practically retired but could easily make a lethal comeback

By Biketi Kikechi | 2d ago
ODM leader Raila Odinga during a past interview with The Standard. [File, Standard]

Has President William Ruto managed to send ODM leader Raila Odinga into a planned retirement as he repeatedly promised before and after he became president?

Political pundits also wonder whether Raila could technically be enjoying his retirement benefits as he continues wallowing in State largesse, having abandoned his role as an opposition watchdog!

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