President William Ruto and Azimio la Umoja leader Raila Odinga have agreed on how to resolve the political impasse that has culminated in the ongoing anti-government protests.
In a statement sent to newsrooms on Saturday, July 29, Raila stated that the two political formations have agreed to set up a ten-member mediation team made up of different stakeholders.
"We have, therefore, agreed with Kenya Kwanza to establish a committee of ten, composed of five members each from Azimio La Umoja and Kenya Kwanza.
"They include four members from outside Parliament, two from each side. The Leaders of Majority and Minority from the National Assembly, four additional Members of Parliament, two from each side," the statement read in part.
The two sides reached the agreement after intervention by former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo who had several meetings with both teams.
Azimio la Umoja stated that the information was released after consultation with the leadership of Kenya Kwanza on the state of the nation.
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Party Leader also assured that further details on the initiative will be communicated in due course.
The coalition reaffirmed its strong commitment to achieving a peaceful resolution while also tackling critical issues that continue to impact the nation, such as the cost of living and electoral justice.
Raila also reiterated the coalition's condemnation for the violence meted on protesters during anti-government protests.
"We affirm our commitment to adherence to the Constitution and the Rule of Law. We are determined to resolve our differences amicably for the benefit of all our people," Raila stated.
Separately in Mombasa, Ruto stated that he is ready to have a sit down with his opponents for the greater good of the country.
On Tuesday, July 25, Ruto extended an olive branch to Raila for one on one talks. In a statement, Ruto said he was ready to engage in talks at his political nemesis convenience.
"My friend Raila Odinga, I am off to Tanzania for a human capital meeting to harmonise the expansion of employment opportunities in our continent.
"I will be back tomorrow evening, and as you have always known, am available to meet one on one with you anytime at your convenience," he stated.
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