Azimio allies resurface to jostle for opposition leadership roles in Raila's absence
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Some politicians are angling to succeed Raila Odinga as leader of ODM and Azimio when/if he wins AUC chairmanship. This has caused tension with allies like Kalonzo Musyoka.
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Key Azimio figures like Hassan Joho, Junet Mohamed, Charity Ngilu, and Gideon Moi disappeared after Raila's election loss but are now resurfacing.
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Their comeback is linked to possible new opposition leadership roles proposed by the National Dialogue Committee.
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Ngilu, Joho, and Wycliffe Oparanya are jostling for the proposed Official Opposition Leader and deputy roles.
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The opportunities presented by potential constitutional changes and Raila's possible exit from local politics are drawing back missing Azimio allies.