Raila retires: 17 years of grit, endurance at helm of ODM

Raila Odinga

Opposition leader Raila Odinga.

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For nearly two decades, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has been the undisputed leader of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), a political force that has shaped the landscape of Kenyan politics. 

At the helm of the party since its inception in 2005, Mr Odinga’s journey as the party's supremo is a testament to his resilience, strategic acumen, and unparalleled ability to navigate the turbulent waters of the country’s politics.