Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party leader Raila Odinga has said that President Uhuru Kenyatta will be his advisor if he forms the next government.
Raila said although he has not been part of the government as opposed to what has been said, his government focuses on inclusivity and would work hand in hand with Uhuru even in his retirement.
In an interview with BBC’s Sophie Ikenye in London, Raila said Uhuru has been instrumental to the stability of the country and economy and whoever wins the election cannot just edge him aside.
“I will be seeking his advice just like he has been consulting me on different national matters during his second term in government,” Raila said.
The former Prime Minister revealed that other options for the Head of State would be for him “to do business or be a foreign diplomat serving in the African Union”.
“There are many things the President can do when he leaves office,” he said.
While dismissing claims that he is a state project, Raila said he has had a good working relationship with Uhuru since long ago.
“Raila cannot be anyone’s project, I have worked with Uhuru. When I was Prime Minister he was my deputy and we worked so well. After the 2017 election, the country was headed to the south. He took an oath and I took an oath, people were fighting and dying but after detailed talks, we agreed that Kenya was bigger than the two of us,” Raila said.
Kenyatta on Saturday endorsed Raila for the country’s top job, weeks after their parties joined forces ahead of the August General Election.