The veteran politician walked into the Senate chamber to a warm reception from fellow legislators, marking his return to parliamentary duties after undergoing medical treatment in Kenya and abroad.
His appearance came after weeks of concern among Kenyans and ODM supporters, many of whom had been seeking updates about his health.
He admitted that while receiving treatment, he feared he might die before sharing some of the feelings and experiences he had kept to himself.
“Madam Speaker, when I was sick, I thought I am going too early before I express some of my feelings,” he told fellow senators.
However, Oburu explained that he never allowed the difficult moments to take away his determination to survive.
He said he remained hopeful throughout his illness, believing that he still had important responsibilities to fulfil before his time on earth was over.
“Madam Speaker, I had the spirit…when I was lying there, I had the spirit that I don't die and I will not die before I finish my mission,” he declared.
His remarks offered a rare glimpse into the mindset that helped him navigate his health challenges, while directly addressing speculation about his death that had circulated during his prolonged absence from public engagements.
The ODM leader also attributed his recovery to his determination to keep living and return to the people he works with, making it clear that he had not given up even when his condition kept him away from normal activities.
“That's why I am up. If you have the spirit that you want to die, you will just die; but my spirit is to live and to live with you people,” he said.
Oburu's return is particularly significant because his absence had raised questions about the leadership of ODM at a time when the party is navigating important political decisions.
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