Dan Maanzo: President William Ruto has handed over power to Raila

The legislator believes that Odinga has been aided by the broad-based government to usher the opposition in Ruto's administration, reinforcing his influence in government.

"President Ruto has handed over power to Raila Odinga except the sword. The opposition is in government and therefore what else is William Ruto going to do in this country?" he posed while speaking on Citizen TV.

"The opposition is the one now calling shots in government."

His sentiments come a day after President Ruto met Odinga in Mombasa after he returned from his failed African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson contest.

Ruto announced that he will work with Mr. Odinga to achieve the government's development agenda.

"We close ranks and focus on what we can do for Kenya. The things that require our collective effort as an administration that is now broad-based there is every reason for us to accelerate the momentum for the delivery of the things that will transform the nation," he said at the State House in Mombasa.

"We need all hands on deck to be able to achieve this mission and vision."

On his part, Odinga maintained that he will avail himself whenever his counsel and contribution is needed, adding that he will soon announce his next political move.

"We are available to help the continent of Africa but more importantly, we are also available for Kenya. I'm back home, I am going to meet with my friends, my supporters," Odinga noted.

Legislators have also opined that Odinga might be awarded a plump position in Ruto's administration while another quota believes that Odinga should thank Ruto by supporting him in the 2027 General Election.