Senator Boni Khalwale has delivered a fervent speech cautioning against potential constitutional amendments aimed at serving narrow political interests.
His remarks come in the context of ongoing discussions about the broad-based government purge that has swept former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s Mt Kenya allies.
Khalwale emphasized that constitutional changes should not be pursued to “massage the egos” of certain political factions or to reward specific groups within a broad-based government framework.
He expressed concern over emerging narratives suggesting attempts to marginalize particular individuals, parties, regions, or communities. Khalwale stressed that such actions would be detrimental to national unity.
These comments follow a pact between the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and the main opposition party, the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM).
This agreement, signed on March 7, 2025, aims to foster collaboration on critical government policies to advance national development. However, critics argue that such alliances might erode the effectiveness of parliamentary opposition and stifle democratic discourse.
Senator Khalwale also addressed speculations regarding potential cabinet changes to accommodate the new political arrangement.
He specifically defended Dr. Deborah Mulongo Barasa, cautioning against any attempts to remove her under the guise of restructuring. Khalwale highlighted that Dr. Barasa represents a significant community and that any move against her could provoke substantial political backlash.
Drawing attention to the Mount Kenya region, Khalwale advocated for equal opportunities for all politicians, irrespective of their affiliations.
