“We forgave Dori after he apologised. So if Aisha Jumwa does the same, we will forgive her.” These are the words of ODM leader Raila Odinga.
Malindi MP Aisha Jumwa was controversially expelled from the party early this month. The reason for her expulsion! ‘Gross misconduct!’
Addressing the delegates on March 1, Mr Odinga said that loyalty is paramount and critical, warning that his March 9, 2018 truce with President Uhuru Kenyatta was not meant to undermine the party leadership.
Ms Jumwa and Dori were in soup over their dalliance with Deputy President William Ruto.
They have publicly endorsed Dr Ruto’s desire to run for presidency in 2022, thus earning flak from the party leaders.
The forgiveness has sparked different reactions on Twitter:
Has Baba himself not violated his party rules by handchequeing son of Ngina?— The George (@gmwahome) March 12, 2019
@dailynation he knows that if a by election is held,Jumwa will win resoundingly against ODM— Isaac Cheluget (@ChelugetIsaac) March 12, 2019
Briefcase democracy.— The Shepherd (@Rev09967646) March 12, 2019
MP.Jumwa never bend down on anyone stand for what is right.@TheODMparty @RailaOdinga stop intimidations— Ndiritu wa Wanjiru (@ndiritushee) March 12, 2019
So @RailaOdinga can veto a decision by National Delegetes Conference of ODM. Its a one man show. Thanks for showing some liniency though Baba— Rarieda 001 (@Collins_Owuors) March 12, 2019