ODM leader Raila Odinga is recuperating well after back surgery in Dubai and may stay longer there, contrary to reports that he could be getting back on Sunday.
Mombasa Governor Ali Hassan Joho who visited Odinga in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) country alongside Suna East Member of Parliament Junet Mohamed said Baba was doing just fine and was in high spirits.
“Delighted to see my party leader Baba Raila Odinga looking fit and in high spirits after undergoing the surgical procedure in Dubai last week. We in Mombasa and the country at large continue to pray for his speedy recovery and safe return home to Kenya, ” Joho said,
And speaking separately to the Star, Raila’s spokesperson Dennis Onyango said the ODM boss was taking a break in line with his doctor’s advice.
“I cannot say with certainty [when he is coming back]. I don’t want to speculate. He is resting. Both doctors and the family think he should take a break,” Onyango said.
Last week, a joyful Raila Odinga appeared in public via a video for the first time to allay fears that he was bedridden.
He confirmed that he had successful surgery and was on his way to recovery before flying back to the country to resume his normal duties, including political jigs.
“I am feeling good, great, very strong, and rejuvenated. I am feeling great really to be out of the hospital breathing fresh air. I will be doing my usual jigs very soon,” Raila said.
“I want to thank all my friends, supporters, and all our youth who have sent me so many messages of goodwill. It has just been amazing and wonderful. It made me recover so fast.”
Raila’s absence in the country is seen to be the reason the Building Bridges Initiative report has not been handed to President Uhuru Kenyatta weeks after the task force announced the report was ready.
Ten days ago, the BBI task force chaired by Garissa Senator Yusuf Haji announced it had completed writing the final report and was awaiting the availability of President Uhuru Kenyatta to present it.
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“The steering committee, since the date of the gazetting, has successfully conducted validation of the BBI Task Force Report through consultations with citizens, civil society, faith-based organizations, cultural leaders, private sector and experts,” the task force said.
Raila’s wife Ida Odinga had disclosed that Raila suffered Nerve disorders.
Nerve disorders are associated with pain, tingling, or numbness in the legs. They can be temporary, after sitting or standing for long or can result from a pinched nerve.
Yet nerve problems can also be a warning sign of many serious medical conditions, and some may require surgery.
