Amos Khaemba, a journalist at TUKO.co.ke, brings over three years of experience covering politics and current affairs in Kenya.

Mombasa – Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Raila Odinga has broken silence over the proposed leasing of the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to the Adani Group of India

A section of Kenyans have been criticizing the deals between the Kenya Kwanza government and the Adani Group of companies.

However, speaking in Mombasa on Sunday, October 13, Raila strongly defended the Adani group, emphasising the group’s track record and ongoing interest in Kenya, which dates back to 2010.

“Adani is a credible partner and reputable company. They have proven their capabilities in projects that surpass what we have seen in East Africa,” Raila said.

Despite Kenyans questioning the processes leading up to Adani’s potential deal, the ODM leader defended the company’s credibility, citing firsthand experience with their projects in India.

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The former prime minister described a trip to Gujarat, where Adani had turned a swamp into a bustling port, power plant, and industrial hub.

“When I was the Prime Minister of Kenya, I was introduced to Adani by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who was then Chief Minister of Gujarat. In Mumbai, I witnessed how they transformed a collapsing airport into a world-class facility, and their power projects benefit millions,” the ODM leader said.

Raila, whose party is currently supporting President William Ruto’s administration, cited Kenya’s economic struggles as a key reason for embracing public-private partnerships (PPPs).

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Source: TUKO.co.ke