{"id":13483,"date":"2024-02-27T12:49:56","date_gmt":"2024-02-27T12:49:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.getufm.co.ke\/?p=13483"},"modified":"2024-02-27T12:50:01","modified_gmt":"2024-02-27T12:50:01","slug":"president-william-ruto-backs-raila-odinga-for-african-union-commission-chairperson-role","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.getufm.co.ke\/?p=13483","title":{"rendered":"President William Ruto Backs Raila Odinga for African Union Commission Chairperson Role"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/www.getufm.co.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/ruto_raila_2024_5.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13484\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.getufm.co.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/ruto_raila_2024_5.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.getufm.co.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/ruto_raila_2024_5-480x240.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 700px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">President William Ruto has publicly declared his support for former Prime Minister Raila Odinga in his bid for the African Union Commission chairperson role. This announcement marks the first time Ruto has spoken out about his endorsement since the two political heavyweights met in Uganda on Monday, February 26.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The revelation came as a shock to many, considering the historically contentious relationship between Ruto and Odinga, who have often found themselves on opposite sides of the political spectrum. However, Ruto&#8217;s decision to throw his weight behind Odinga underscores the significance of the upcoming leadership position within the African Union.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The meeting between Ruto and Odinga in Uganda appears to have catalyzed this unexpected alliance. While details of their discussion remain undisclosed, it is evident that both leaders found common ground regarding Odinga&#8217;s candidacy for the AU Commission chairperson role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Odinga&#8217;s nomination for the prestigious position has already garnered widespread attention, with many African leaders expressing support for his candidacy. His extensive political experience and diplomatic acumen make him a compelling candidate to lead the AU Commission, a crucial institution tasked with promoting peace, security, and development across the African continent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ruto&#8217;s endorsement adds another layer of complexity to an already dynamic political landscape, with implications that could reverberate beyond national borders. As the countdown to the AU Commission chairperson election begins, all eyes will be on Odinga and the support he commands from key stakeholders like President William Ruto.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stay tuned for further developments as the race for the African Union Commission chairperson heats up, and political alliances continue to shift in unexpected directions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>President William Ruto has publicly declared his support for former Prime Minister Raila Odinga in his bid for the African Union Commission chairperson role. This announcement marks the first time Ruto has spoken out about his endorsement since the two political heavyweights met in Uganda on Monday, February 26. 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