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Junet Mohamed, the Suna East MP, asserts himself as the opposition leader. This is due to his role as the Minority Leader in the National Assembly. He argues that the Constitution does not define the Office of Official Opposition.
Hence, the Leader of the Minority Party should be recognized as the Opposition Leader. The Constitution does not define the Office of Official Opposition.
Thus, the Leader of the Minority Party should be recognized as the Opposition Leader. Junet emphasizes his position by stating that he has been given this role by God. He urges others in the opposition to acknowledge him as their leader.
Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka declares himself as the opposition leader. This follows Raila Odinga’s bid for the African Union Commission chairperson seat.
Kalonzo affirms his readiness to lead the Official Opposition. He highlights the unity within his team. They have support from the people of Kenya.
He aims to strengthen the opposition despite being fewer in numbers in Parliament, emphasizing their influence beyond legislative chambers.
Junet and Kimani Ichung’wah are collaborating on a Bill to reintroduce the Leader of Official Opposition in the Constitution. Junet criticizes colleagues who self-appoint themselves as opposition leaders.
He emphasizes the need to set up the office officially before assuming such roles. The ongoing dispute over the opposition leadership in Kenya reflects the political dynamics and ambitions within the country’s political landscape.
