On Monday, February 17, daily newspapers focused on information about the former prime minister Raila Odinga Failure in his field of Chairman of the African Union Commission.
Source: UGC
The newspaper also reported on the sudden death of Baringo senator, William Cheptumo.
1. Daily Nation
The newspaper reported on a ceremony held by supporters of retired President Uhuru Kenyatta and retired deputy president Rigathi Gachagua after Raila Odinga failed in the AUC elections.
Gachagua supporters believe that Raila was involved in ousting him, and thus enjoyed the AUC election results.
Kajiado North MP, Onesmus Ngogoyo, said, “The moment's feelings for AUC's failure in Addis Ababa are like the feelings we experienced when the Second Deputy President, Gachagua, was removed from office. Congratulations Mahmoud Yusuf for being elected the new AUC chairman. “
Murang'a Senator, Joe Nyutu, said Raila's failure should be transformed into a national movement to save Kenya from dictatorship and intolerance.
At the same time, supporters of Independence still insist that the retired president was the best candidate although he did not expose his intention.
Former Gatanga MP, Ngugi, said,
“Many of us in the Jubilee party have had the idea that Mr Kenyatta had a better chance of becoming the AUC chairman. William Ruto Think of nominating Kenyatta for the job, but we were told that we were his opposition. “
The chairman of the Jubilee party in Kirinyaga County, Muriithi Kang'ara, said Independence or Martha Karua They could easily win the seat if President William Ruto would recommend them instead of Raila.
“We got into a standby and saw situation, knowing well that it was a difficult task to make Mr. Odinga win. As we stand now, we have lost. They would get that seat if we were to take the selection process out of our small domestic politics, ” Said Kang'ara.
2. The Standard
The newspaper reported on the sudden death of Baringo Senator, William Cheptumo, who died on Saturday, February 15, at night at Nairobi Hospital after a short illness.
His death has been described as a major blow to the country, with condolences being issued by political leaders, his colleagues, and Kenyans who remembered him as a volunteer public servant.
President William Ruto referred to Cheptumo as a visionary leader who intended to serve the public.
“He was a voice, a hard worker, and a tireless champion of Baringo's change. The Cheptumo family, friends, and people of Baringo County are in our thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace, sir,” Said Ruto.
3. The Star
The newspaper reported on the ongoing process of hiring officials of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).
The nomination committee revealed that more than 1,800 Kenyans applied for the positions of chairman and members of IEBC.
The candidates for the candidates for the positions have announced the closure of the application period and is now starting to analyze the list of applicants.
The committee said some of the applications were brought directly to the secretariat and others were submitted via email.
“By the end of 11 pm, we had received 1,848 applications submitted directly to the Secretariat on the third floor, the County House, the Parliament Road, and the two applications submitted online as PDF file attachments,” Said the committee chairman, Nelson Makanda.
4. Nation Today
The Swahili newspaper reported a speech by ODM leader Raila Odinga after failing in the AUC seat.
During a dinner organized after the AUC elections in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, the former Prime Minister praised President William Ruto for strongly supporting him in his mission.
In his speech, Raila revealed that the President did everything possible to ensure his campaign was successful.
According to the former Prime Minister, he was confident of victory, but other things intervened and contributed to his failure.
“President Ruto did everything possible to make the campaign success. Said Raila.
The leader of the ODM party called on his supporters not to blame anyone for their failure.
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