Suna East MP Junet Mohamed has publicly asked for forgiveness from President William Ruto for the remarks he made during the 2022 election campaigns.
Junet admitted that his harsh comments were driven by his strong loyalty to his party leader, Raila Odinga, who was contesting against Ruto at the time.
Speaking during a celebratory event for Cooperatives Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya in Butere, Kakamega County, where President Ruto was in attendance, Junet expressed regret over the language he used during the campaign.
He acknowledged that both he and Ruto exchanged tough words, which were part of the intense political competition.
"Forgive me, Your Excellency. I said many things during the campaign period, just as you did about Raila," Junet said, addressing Ruto directly.
He emphasized that the campaign rhetoric was part of the political rivalry, but it was now time to move forward and focus on uniting the country.
Junet also recognized the positive steps that President Ruto has taken since winning the election, particularly when it comes to including members of the opposition party, ODM, in his government.
He specifically praised Ruto for appointing prominent ODM figures such as Wycliffe Oparanya, Hassan Joho, John Mbadi, and Opiyo Wandayi to key positions.
"We are pleased that you appointed our most competent members into your government. People like Oparanya and Joho now have jobs, and who doesn’t want a job?" Junet remarked, showing his appreciation for the president’s inclusivity.
Furthermore, Junet addressed speculation that ODM might merge with Ruto's party, UDA, ahead of the 2027 elections.
He clarified that while some ODM members had joined Ruto's administration, the party was not forming an alliance with UDA. Instead, ODM would continue to play its role as the opposition, providing oversight and representing the interests of the people.
"This is like a come-we-stay marriage. Some members got jobs with Ruto, while the rest of us will continue our work from the opposition," Junet explained, emphasizing that ODM's recent cooperation with the government was about promoting national unity rather than creating a political alliance.
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