Khalwale mention, Rosemary Odinga still fit to suceed the late Raila Odinga political mantle. Not Oburu nor Winnie
Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale has revealed that the late Raila Odinga once identified his daughter, Rosemary Odinga.
As his preferred successor after the death of his eldest son, Fidel Odinga.
Speaking on a local TV station, Khalwale said Raila had great faith in Rosemary’s leadership abilities.
Personally encouraged her to prepare for a political career, starting with the Kibra parliamentary seat.
He recalled accompanying her to her first rally at Kamukunji Grounds, describing it as a symbolic and emotional moment.
“Raila told Rosemary to get ready to take over politically after Fidel’s death.
I was there when we went to Kibra for her first rally. She was intelligent, confident, and had the people’s attention,” Khalwale said.
He dismissed claims that Raila Junior had been chosen as the successor, explaining that at the time, he had little political following.
According to Khalwale, Rosemary stood out among her siblings because of her charisma and deep understanding of her father’s political philosophy.
However, her political dreams were cut short when she fell ill and temporarily lost her sight in 2017.
She later recovered after undergoing treatment in India.
Khalwale expressed sympathy for Rosemary, saying her illness had slowed her ambitions.
Noted that her intelligence and experience could still make her an influential figure in Kenyan politics.
Meanwhile, Raila’s youngest daughter, Winnie Odinga, has hinted at returning from her East African Legislative Assembly duties.
Engaging in local politics, further fueling discussions about the Odinga family’s future role in national leadership.
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