Kenya: Oparanya, Joho Downplay ‘Unnecessary Excitement’ Over Raila Succession

Nairobi — ODM Deputy Party Leaders Wycliffe Oparanya and Hassan Joho have downplayed ‘unnecessary excitement’ over Raila Odinga’s succession as ODM convened a National Governing Council (NGC) to ratify constitutional changes.

They both addressed the topic of leadership succession amid jostling over Odinga’s anticipated exit from local politics should his government-sponsored bid to become African Union Commission Chairperson sail through.

Oparanya termed the speculation regarding the next Party…