Mbagathi way is set to be renamed after the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Raila Odinga.
Sources have revealed to Sonko News that the Nairobi members of the county assembly (MCAs) have come up with a bill that will see Mbagathi way called Raila Odinga road.
Apparently, the opposition leader has always taken credit for the construction on the Mbagathi way by use of materials which have withstood the toughest conditions.
According to the Star, The Makongeni MCA says the move will be a way of honoring and recognising the former Prime Minister’s contribution to the development and growth of the state.
He cited Raila’s selfless sacrifice in championing good governance, democratic space and the development of infrastructure.
“We (ODM Nairobi leaders) have been in the streets with him leading from the front. It pains us that people who didn’t do anything to impact society positively are being appreciated more than those who sacrificed more, including giving their own live’s from youthful age and happiness for the good of our country,” Imwatok said.
Consequently, the motion to rename Mbagathi way after Raila Odinga is set to be tabled this week.
Amwatok reiterated that the opposition leader has greatly impacted the development of the Kenyan state both democratically and economically throughout his entire life.
“During this period, he has been involved in fighting for greater democratic space, good governance, rule of law and development of infrastructure against many odds including detention without trial for 10 years,” read part of the motion.
The MCA also argued that it was under the leadership of the ODM boss in 2005 that the plan to construct Mbagathi Way together with other infrastructural developments in the nation were conceived.
“Noting that in 2005, Raila Odinga was the Minister for Roads and Public Works. He conceived, planned and implemented masterpiece infrastructure projects such as Thika Superhighway and Mbagathi Concrete road which has since proved to be the most durable road ever constructed in Kenya,” the MCA said.
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