Deputy President Kithure Kindiki
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In a Sunday address at the Kamumu Full Gospel Church in Mbeere, Embu County, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki issued a robust caution to his predecessor Rigathi Gachagua and his supporters, accusing them of inciting public unrest against the government.
While refraining from mentioning Gachagua directly, Kindiki made it clear that any political activities disturbing the peace would not be tolerated. Kindiki criticizes Gachagua for disseminating claims about the government's performance that he labels as misleading, while also calling attention to the need for respect among political leaders. He underscores that true leadership involves providing solutions rather than merely pointing out problems or engaging in divisive rhetoric.
"We will not allow anybody to go around inciting Kenyans and complaining about problems without offering solutions," he stated, reinforcing his call for constructive dialogue.
Additionally, Kindiki has addressed allegations made by Gachagua regarding the lack of development initiatives by the government during its two years in office. He urges Gachagua and his associates to show respect to leaders aligned with the government and further emphasizes the significance of mutual respect in political discourse.
On a parallel note, during a church service in Nyeri, Gachagua voiced accusations against the government, alleging that officials were enlisting former Mungiki leader Maina Njenga to sway Mt Kenya residents towards government support. He claimed that Njenga was taking direction from a senior government figure and criticized the administration for not prioritizing pressing issues such as child abductions.
Furthermore, Gachagua drew comparisons between the current government's response to dissent and the authoritarian practices of former President Daniel arap Moi's regime, highlighting perceived intolerance to criticism and a dictatorial mentality. In his rebuttal, Kindiki chastises Gachagua for allegedly disparaging MPs from the Mt Kenya region following his ousting.
He advises political leaders nationwide to refrain from disrupting rivals' gatherings and condemns the use of violence or intimidation to influence political settings. Kindiki reiterates the need for unity in Mt Kenya, urging its residents to reject efforts to fracture the region into factions.