Kenyatta
made the comments Tuesday while handing over party leadership to Fred Matiang’i
ahead of the 2027 elections, where he plans to advise as a senior figure.
He highlighted the coalition's strong wins in parliamentary races as proof the presidential tally didn't reflect the ground reality, despite official results showing William Ruto's narrow 50.49% victory upheld by the Supreme Court.
The remarks, coming after Odinga’s death in October 2025, have drawn mixed views, with some praising the candor and others questioning the four-year delay.