Raila Junior out to inherit his late father's Nairobi political base
Raila Junior addresses guests during the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of the Raila Amolo Odinga Mausoleum at Kang'o ka Jaramogi in Bondo, Siaya County, on July 20, 2026.
There have been calls for Raila Junior to vie for the Embakasi South parliamentary seat.
Raila Junior's entry into active politics has already attracted support from several leaders.
Raila Odinga Junior, the son of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, has pledged to anchor his political career in Nairobi County as he seeks to inherit his father's political strongholds.
Raila Junior has appealed to the communities that formed the backbone of his father's political support over the years to rally behind him as he embarks on his political journey.
