Coast ODM leaders have welcomed the appointment of Dr. Ida Odinga as Kenya’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), praising President William Ruto for recognizing her dedication to public service.
Speaking to the press on Saturday, Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir described the appointment as a national milestone.
“The appointment of Ida Odinga is not just for herself but for all of us as a country because of what she has done since her days as a teacher. Kenya has got the right person for the position. She will put Kenya on the world radarher work speaks for itself." said Nassir.
Adding "President William Ruto has done a wise thing, and this is proof of his goodwill towards the ODM party and the broader political formation. If we recall during Raila Odinga’s funeral, the President promised he would not abandon the Odinga family. This continues that legacy, and he has truly done that."
Likoni MP Mishi Mboko, speaking on behalf of the ODM Coast Women League, added“We congratulate Dr. Ida Odinga for her appointment as ambassador and permanent representative at UNEP. This is a recognition of a woman whose life has been marked by dedication in public and civil service. She has consistently stood firm against violations and championed women empowerment."
Adding "We also convey our appreciation to President William Ruto for appointing and recognizing Mama Ida. As women at the Coast, we take pride in her achievement; it is a motivation for all of us. Mama Ida stood with her late husband Raila Odinga for half of her life fighting for the rights of Kenyans. She has all it takes, and we wish her the very best.”
On her part Hanifa Mwajirani, Majority Leader of the Kwale County Assembly, echoed the sentiment.
“We really appreciate President Ruto for appointing Mama Ida. As ODM women, we are grateful for this recognition, and Mama Ida deserves the appointment. The President has stood by the spirit of a broad-based government through this appointment, and we call for more appointments from ODM in future.”
