Raila Odinga’s wife, Ida Odinga, has dismissed widespread speculation regarding the veteran opposition leader’s health, assuring Kenyans that the former Prime Minister is in good condition and simply taking some time to rest.
Speaking in Migori on Tuesday, Mrs. Odinga clarified that her husband is not ailing as has been reported on social media, adding that he had travelled abroad for a brief break.
“In the past week, there have been rumours claiming Raila is sick. If his condition were truly as serious as they say, I would have taken him to a hospital here in Migori for treatment,” Ida said.
Expressing disbelief over the persistent rumours, she questioned how outsiders could claim to know more about her husband’s condition than his own family.
“How can someone who doesn’t live with him claim to know his health status, while I, who stay with him, am unaware of any issues? What I’m telling you is the truth: Baba is okay,” she affirmed.
Her remarks came amid ongoing public speculation and conflicting reports about the Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition Party leader’s health.
Over the weekend, Suba South MP Caroli Omondi had called on Kenyans to pray for Mr. Odinga’s quick recovery, claiming he was unwell and receiving treatment.
“I appeal to all Christians of all denominations across the Republic of Kenya to say a special prayer for our leader, Raila Odinga, for a quick recovery, that he may regain his full health and strength. As he recuperates in hospital, we hold him dearly in our thoughts and prayers,” Mr. Omondi said during a fundraising event in Rang’ala, Siaya County.
Mrs. Odinga’s statement now seeks to put the matter to rest, emphasizing that her husband remains in good health and that rumours of illness are unfounded.
