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The African Union (AU) Commission says it does not recognize the swearing in of Kenyan opposition leader Raila Odinga.
In a statement on Friday, AU Commission Chairman Moussa Faki Mahamat said the body rejects the Kenyan opposition's move, adding that they are closely monitoring the situation in the country.
“Against this backdrop, and in line with its relevant instruments, notably the African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance, the African Union rejects all actions that undermine constitutional order and the rule of law."
“The Chairperson urges all concerned to desist from any such actions, which also put the political stability of Kenya at risk. He urges all stakeholders to act in strict compliance with the Constitution of Kenya and other relevant texts,” the statement said.
Faki further noted that the African Union Election Observer Mission under the guidance of former South African President Thabo Mbeki observed the elections, whose results were subsequently upheld by the Kenyan Apex Court.
He also said the African Union will not delay “to assist in any way deemed appropriate in defusing the current tension on the basis of the fundamental principle of the respect of constitutional order and the rule of law.”
Odinga was sworn-in as people president on Tuesday at a function held at Uhuru Park grounds in Nairobi and attended by thousands of supporters.
The United States has also criticised the swearing-in, terming it unconstitutional.
In a statement issued by State Department Spokesperson Heather Nauert, the Donald Trump's administration noted that President Kenyatta was validly elected in the repeat presidential election held on October 26th,2017.
The US said it rejects “actions that undermine Kenya’s Constitution and the rule of law.”
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What has the African Union helped Kenyans with??
What?
Everything Kenya has achieved was because of Kenyans.
From Indepence to Multiparty to democracy.
And will will get Electoral Justice.
We will do it without the African Union.
Everything Kenya achieved was because of Luos. Wacha Ujinga kama ojinga.
Sokora you're a Mad Kenyan. Where has she Mentioned Luos. Youc STUPID(Sic & Cliche').
AU just made a FOOL of itself.
Kenya. Only in your Deranged UBLONGATA.
Yes @kenya AU, USA, UK might have told him to behave, but mind you, he is not on his own. Giza Besigye, Julius Malema have just sent in their congrats. North korea's Kim may be the next.
Democracy dies in darkness (Washington Post). Democracy dies in silence. Democracy drowns in injustice. Democracy is sacrificed at the altars of Western interest and convenience - increasingly now more than ever.
Kenyans have had to fight for everything good that they have. The Westerners always followed the political currents. Whenever they supported the Kenyan people, they always came late. It is now that we get to know who our true friends are. Don't plead the law, for this government has largely governed outside the law. Don't plead the law with me, for the Nazis' atrocities were perfectly within the German law as enacted. Don't plead the law with me, for the law ought to reflect the will of the Kenyan people. Don't plead international law with me, for the two individuals at the helm of the Kenyan government used the instruments of power to avert international criminal justice. And the world watched and resigned itself to - what can we do? Don't ever mention treason around me, for it is an illegality and illegitimacy that claims the protection of the law....
True friends or not the world have ears and eyes. They hear and see. For what they say is a true picture of what happens on the ground. Look at the topographic picture of who are resisting. It's an entire tribe. The Luo. And much as it is I also believe not all Luos subscribe to this bandidrty and hooliganism. No-one is allowed to declare oneself as president going with the constitution. Proof me wrong. We cannot pretend to arbor democracy or anything justice if we intend to do the opposite to get what and where we want to be.
Wake me up
@Omosh, me too I feel like am in a bad dream with this power hungry madman doing whatever treasonous event he wants. I hope I will eventually wake up from this nightmare to find that this evil madman is finally locked where he belongs. ... Kamiti maximum security prison!
You're "A Bigoted LIAR with your Loins on Fire". FYI: Raila is Power ANOINTED; and Uhuru Power HUNGRY; and even Greedy.
JP must swiftly use the goodwill of international community to drain the political swamp that has thrived on illegalities while singing the constitution. If an organized group breaks the law, What you need police swoop not ad hoc, isolated and arbitrary arrests of individuals. Once again my political chessboard looks good for a checkmate.
I really don't understand when Africa is going to stop this hypocritical lip service of condemning tribal politics, as a deterrent to socio-economic development in the continent.Most of the politicians, and voters alike, will be the first to exploit any opportunity they get on any communication media, to espouse their sincerity in advocating for good governance void of tribal influence, but when truly tested, their tribal affinity instincts kick in.What a shame!
All these lads and their women should be rounded up and transported to South Sudan where they originated.
They are an eyesore to Kenyans and the international community.
The fake Joshua should be subjected to an open firing squad and body dumped at sea so he can be with his mentor Osama Bin Laden!
woow..the toothless pitbull is trying to take a bite
Fake Joshua is on his own. He is now considered as an international terrorist and head of a terrorist group equivalent to ISIS