Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has reaffirmed his commitment to unity within the opposition, revealing that the family of Raila Odinga has accepted and welcomed them as part of the emerging United Opposition movement.
Speaking on Thursday, Kalonzo delivered an emotional message that combined both political solidarity and personal reflection. He said:
“Familia ya ndugu yetu Raila Odinga wametukubali sisi kama United Opposition tuwatembelee kule Opondo Farm, mahali ambapo rafiki yangu amezikwa baada ya kufariki.”
(“The family of our brother Raila Odinga has accepted us as the United Opposition. We should visit them at Opondo Farm, where my friend was laid to rest after his passing.”)
Kalonzo’s remarks were made during a visit to Opondo Farm, a location now significant not only as the resting place of one of Raila’s close associates but also as a symbol of remembrance and renewed political collaboration. His tone reflected deep respect for the Odinga family and the struggles they have endured, both in politics and personal loss.
The Wiper leader went on to emphasize the importance of unity among opposition parties, stressing that now more than ever, Kenya needs a strong and organized opposition capable of checking the government and representing the voice of the people. He described the United Opposition as a “family bound by shared ideals of justice, democracy, and accountability,” and urged his colleagues to continue working together in honor of Raila Odinga’s political legacy.
Kalonzo also expressed his gratitude to the Odinga family for their openness and spirit of cooperation, noting that their gesture demonstrates maturity and the will to keep the opposition movement alive. He reminded the audience that political competition should not erode the bonds of brotherhood that leaders have built over decades of shared struggle.
His sentiments have sparked positive reactions among opposition supporters, many of whom see the move as a crucial step toward rebuilding the unity that defined Kenya’s opposition politics in past years. Analysts believe Kalonzo’s outreach could mark the beginning of a broader coalition ahead of the 2027 elections, one that carries forward Raila’s dream of a just and united nation.
By invoking the memory of a departed comrade and acknowledging the Odinga family’s blessing, Kalonzo’s speech blended emotion, loyalty, and political strategy — painting a picture of an opposition ready to regroup, rebuild, and rise again under a shared vision of hope and national renewal.
