Good morning,
Today marks the third day of maandamano which Azimio party leader Raila Odinga described as the grand finale despite failing to show up in the first 2 days of the protest.
Speaking of his absence, the ODM party leader explained that he was suffering from flu but remained in contact with other leaders who were leading demonstrations in different regions.
Raila emphasized that these protests were organized for the benefit of Kenyans, and it wasn’t necessary for all Azimio co-principals to be physically present.
In other news, President William Ruto has yet again clarified on whether he is willing to have a power-sharing agreement with his political rival, Raila Odinga amid the ongoing anti-government protests.
While speaking to Isiolo and Meru residents, Ruto affirmed that he will not succumb to pressure and engage in any reconciliation with Raila.
He further lauded police officers for quelling the protests across the nation, and he believed that Kenyans were avoiding participating in the demonstrations because they wanted to avoid the country descending into chaos and anarchy.
Meanwhile here is the news making headlines on Opera News Today
William Ruto to Introduce New Taxes After High Court Suspended Finance Act 2023
President William Ruto is plotting to introduce new taxes should the court block the implementation of the Finance Act 2023.
Raila’s Message on Final Maandamano Day Faces Backlash as Kenyans Gang Up Against Him
On Thursday night, former prime minister Raila Odinga sent a cryptic message on his social media handles asking his supporters to turn up in big numbers for the final day of demonstrations this week.
He noted that Friday would be the final insisting that president William Ruto must surrender.
“Stop Insulting Uhuru” Kikuyu Elders Warn Ruto’s Allies as They Promise to Make Uhuru Leave Azimio
There were reports that investigators could be looking into whether the former President, Uhuru Muiga Kenyatta, had any involvement in recent Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition protests against the government.