Raila Odinga’s presidential bid got a boost after the relaunch of Sibanduki, a campaign group by his wife Ida Odinga on Friday.
The Sibanduki group, which has eight members and coordinators, was first launched in 2013.
It will bring together various grassroots groups and complement Raila’s Azimio la Umoja campaigns.
Ida said Sibanduki means hard work, good governance, education and health care.
She called on youths to register as voters and not to be used by politicians to cause chaos. Though official registration is over, offices are still open and people can still register.
“Our future depends on you, take care. Be focused, determined and ready to change our country,” Ida said.
She called on inclusivity during campaigns.
“Everyone must be empowered irrespective of where they come from, for us to move together,” Ida said.
She addressed women, youths, political leaders and aspirants at the Panari Hotel.
She urged the groups to spread the message of unity, economic empowerment and the need to register as voters.
“We have to end selfishness, corruption and divisions based on class, regions and ethnicity,” Ida said.
“Let’s work together and unite for the sake of our country.”
