Kenya Kwanza Leaders Urge Unity, Critique Gachagua’s Stance
PHOTO: Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua follows proceedings during the burial of Mama Teresia Wangechi, mother of Vice Chief of Defence Forces Lieutenant Jonah Mwangi at Kiandege, Ndaragwa Constituency in Nyandarua County on Saturday, September 23, 2023.
Kenya Kwanza Leaders Advocate Unity
A section of Kenya Kwanza leaders, echoing President William Ruto’s stance, persistently call for unity and cohesion, denouncing any attempts to divide the nation along tribal lines. They emphasize the importance of delivering services to the Kenyan people over indulging in divisive politics, highlighting the myriad issues that require attention, including infrastructure development, education, and addressing marginalization.
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula, alongside other prominent figures such as National Assembly Leader of Majority Kimani Ichung’wah and Investment, Trade, and Industrialization Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano, criticize Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s perceived attempts to sow seeds of discord. They urge MPs and government officials to adhere to President Ruto’s directive to refrain from tribal and ethnic politics, emphasizing the importance of national cohesion.
Call for Constructive Politics
Speaking at Mary Mother of Graces Catholic Parish-Marmanet, Laikipia West Constituency, during a fundraising event, leaders stress the necessity of constructive politics and unity for meaningful development to occur. They underscore the need for leaders to engage in politics that fosters harmony rather than discord, acknowledging that without unity, progress remains elusive. The leaders affirm that without unity, no meaningful development can be realized and hence there is a need for leaders to engage in constructive politics.
Opposition to Gachagua’s Tactics
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula, alongside other prominent figures such as National Assembly Leader of Majority Kimani Ichung’wah and Investment, Trade, and Industrialization Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano, criticize Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s perceived attempts to sow seeds of discord. They urge MPs and government officials to adhere to President Ruto’s directive to refrain from tribal and ethnic politics, emphasizing the importance of national cohesion. The leaders took issue with outbursts allegedly from the Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in his clemency in the Mount Kenya leadership battle but pleaded with MPs and government officials to track President Ruto’s recent directive for leaders to desist from tribal and ethnic politics.
Revenue Allocation Debate
The leaders express dissent regarding the One-Man-One Vote-One-Shilling principle, advocating instead for a systematic approach to revenue allocation. The Leader of Majority calls on Senators to draft a bill outlining the revenue distribution process, which will then be forwarded to relevant bodies for consideration. He added that using public forums to clamor for the One-man-one vote-one shilling agenda would not help much, but will only serve as a pointer to ethnic divisions.
Conclusion: Striving for National Unity
In conclusion, the call for unity among Kenya Kwanza leaders underscores their commitment to fostering national cohesion and progress. Rejecting divisive politics and advocating for constructive engagement, they aim to steer the nation towards prosperity and unity.
