While avowing his support to Raila’s fifth stab at the presidency, Kiraitu exuded confidence in the ODM leader’s candidature stating that he will surely ascend to power come August 9th.

On Tuesday, March 8, 2022, Meru County Governor Kiraitu Murungi joined Raila’s Azimio La Umoja campaign.
The county chief stated that his Devolution Empowerment Party (‘Mbus’) is now a full member of the political organization that has President Uhuru Kenyatta’s support.
While pledging his support for Raila’s fifth presidential bid, Kiraitu expressed confidence in the ODM leader’s candidacy, predicting that he will undoubtedly take power on August 9th.
“We have done research, talked to opponents and listened to confidential reports. I can confidently tell you that the fifth president of the Republic of Kenya is no other than Raila Odinga,” he said.
Murungi made the statement to his party members during a meeting. Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga was also present at the gathering of the Devolution Empowerment Party.
