The publication reads that the proposal from a security officer to assassinate Raila Amolo Odinga was rejected.
A former State House aide has revealed that this incident, was one of the most significant decisions the president made during his tenure, showing his political maturity and vision for national unity.
Lee Njiru, who served as Director of the Presidential Press Service, narrated the event in detail that, a senior security officer once approached President Moi and complained that Raila was causing serious trouble for the government, asking for permission to “end the nuisance” by killing him.
“Moi once told me,” Njiru began in a calm but emotionally heavy tone, “that a senior security officer went to him and said, ‘Your Excellency, why is this man Raila troubling you so much?
Give us permission to finish him.’ But Moi looked at him, shook his head, and firmly said: Absolutely not.”
“Yes, there were those who wanted Raila eliminated completely. But Moi refused. He said, ‘Let him be. Kenya needs people like him.’” Njiru added
According to Njiru, that decision demonstrated Moi’s political maturity and recognition of Raila’s importance to Kenya’s democracy.
“Raila was a crucial part of Kenya’s political engine, someone who challenged authority, sparked debate, and pushed this country toward change.” he said
Njiru explained that Moi’s decision reflected his wisdom and belief that good politics is founded on dialogue and respect for differing opinions.
There were individuals within the government who preferred harsh measures against political opponents like Raila, but President Moi stood firm and insisted that instead of using force, the government should focus on dialogue and reconciliation.
