- Secretary General of the Jubilee Party Jeremiah Kioni has congratulated Raila Odinga, thus creating excitement about his possibility of winning in the race for the African Union Commission (AUC).
- Reports indicate that Raila's main challenger, Mahamoud Ali Youssouf of Djibouti, may step down, increasing Raila's chances for the top job.
- Kioni's message on X, featuring Raila in a private jet with the Luo slogan “Gini Wasekawo” (we've taken it), was seen as a cue to celebrate victory
- Raila's supporters feel the move signals his potential to take over regional leadership
Nairobi – Secretary General of the Jubilee Party Jeremiah Kioni has created a lot of rumors by publicly congratulating Azimio's leader Raila Odinga.
Source: UGC
This is happening amid reports that Djibouti's candidate, Mahamoud Ali Youssouf, may withdraw from the race for the Chairmanship of the African Union Commission (AUC).
This latest development has ignited joy among Raila's supporters, with many interpreting Kioni's message as proof that the former Kenyan prime minister is close to landing the influential position in Africa.
Youssouf, a former foreign minister of Djibouti and one of Raila's closest rivals, is considered a strong contender in the race that also includes Madagascar's Richard Randriamandrato.
However, reports suggest that Youssouf may pull out of the race, paving the way for Raila to the prestigious position.
What was Kioni's mystical message that ignited joy?
Taking to social media platform X on Wednesday, January 22, Kioni shared a photo of Raila in a private jet, relaxed and meditative while listening to music.
Along with the photo, there was a message written in English and Luo, which ignited joy among Raila's supporters.
“Gini Wasekawo! CONGRATULATIONS BABAMAN @RailaOdinga,” Kioni wrote.
“Gini Wasekao,” a Luo phrase meaning “we took it,” was popular in Kenya when Gor Mahia When FC won the national league.
The message, though brief, has been widely interpreted as an announcement to celebrate Raila's expected victory.
How did Kenyans respond to Kioni's message?
Kioni's post has generated a wave of congratulatory messages and feelings of pride from Kenyans, many of whom see Raila's expected election as an event of national honor.
The chairmanship of the African Union Commission is a very prestigious position that involves pushing forward the continent's agenda.
Although Kioni's statement has sparked excitement among Raila's supporters, there is still no official confirmation of Youssouf's withdrawal or Raila's appointment.
@FabianOkoth2024:
“This post is coming home”
@PeterKamondeN:
“We have taken this seat.”
@Daisy Kaku Dei:
“Ruto is the champion of politics, congratulations Raila.”
@Cephas Wafula:
“Suit us not measure. It's a matter of when, not if.”
@Ezekiel Okoth:
“I said earlier that by the end of January, his competitors will be exhausted and the only option left for them is to withdraw.”
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