JUST IN: President William Ruto has instructed Kenya Kwanza MPs to table bill to give Raila constitutional powers to execute his opposition role.
Raila could see the Constitution amended to embed a powerful office that will keep the government in check.
He will have sweeping powers, including an annual address to Parliament, leeway to nominate persons to constitutional statutory commissions, as well as funding from the Exchequer to ensure constant oversight of government.
Raila will be tasked with responsibilities of checking anyone who steals from public funds
“I have asked Kenya Kwanza MPs to support the bill for Raila Odinga to have a monthly salary, allowances, office, cars, and official security to empower to check on anyone who will steal public funds,” Sources from State House intimated.