Editor's Review

Siaya Senator Oburu Odinga’s son, Jaoko Oburu Odinga, has been appointed by President William Ruto to be the Special Advisor, Economic Empowerment and Sustainable Livelihoods. 

Siaya Senator Oburu Odinga’s son, Jaoko Oburu Odinga, has been appointed by President William Ruto to be the Special Advisor, Economic Empowerment and Sustainable Livelihoods. 

Taking to his X account on Tuesday, April 22, Jaoko thanked the head of state for granting him the opportunity to serve in the government.

“I wish to take this opportunity to give special thanks to H.E. President William Samoei Ruto for granting me an opportunity to serve Kenyans by appointing me to serve in the capacity of Special Advisor, Economic Empowerment, and Sustainable Livelihoods. Thank you, Your Excellency,” read part of the statement.

Jaoko also thanked ODM Party leader Raila Odinga for having faith in him and creating an environment for Kenyans to work together. 

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File image of Jaoko Oburu Odinga. 

“Thanks also, go to the Right Honourable Prime Minister, Hon. Raila Odinga, for showing his faith in me and for creating a conducive environment for Kenyans from all walks of life to work together for our beloved country, Kenya, in nation building,” Jaoko added.

In the run-up to the 2022 general election, Jaoko was part of the team that rallied support for Raila.

In 2024, Jaoko formed an international lobby named Friends of Baba (FOBA) to push for Raila’s election as the African Union Commission chairperson.

Jaoko boasts a Bachelor of Commerce degree majoring in Accounting and Finance from St Mary’s University in Canada.