Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has broken his silence after losing the African Union Commission chairperson race to Djibouti candidate Mohamoud Youssouf.
Speaking outside the African Union plenary assembly hall, moments after the conclusion of the voting process, Odinga conceded defeat after failing in his attempt to capture the top continental seat.
While expressing gratitude for the support he received, Odinga also congratulated his Mohamoud noting that he did not have much regret over the loss. "I therefore concede defeat and want us to use this as an example of strengthening democracy in our continent.
I wish Mahamoud Ali Youssouf all the best and success in his undertaking," Raila commented. "I also want to thank both those who voted for me and those who did not for exercising their democratic right," he added.
