Charity Ngilu, former Kitui Governor, resurfaced on Wednesday, April 5, after a seven-month political hiatus.
She addressed the Azimio coalition’s anti-government agitation in her first political speech since the August 9, 2022, General Election.
Ngilu, who was attending the burial of real estate tycoon Pius Musembi Kivindu in Sultan Hamud, Makueni County, also explained why she had decided to leave politics.
“Some leaders are saying that they cannot see Ngilu and it is true you cannot see me. But I want to say that those who are asking about my whereabouts, started demonstrating just the other day while I have inhaled teargas since 1992,” she revealed.
Ngilu stated that, while she would not be participating in protests, she supported Azimio’s push for reforms in the country.
“I see what you are doing Kalonzo and I want to encourage you to soldier on since that is the right direction,” she endorsed the anti-government position.
Ngilu further accused President William Ruto-led government of hoodwinking Kenyans.
“As Azimio, we had a clear roadmap on what we were going to do should we win the Presidency. Others said as soon as they put down the Bible, maize flour price would reduce to Ksh70,” she threw a jibe towards Ruto.
Ngilu also stated that the bipartisan approach dialogue should be transparent so that Kenyans can know what is being discussed.
During the discussions, Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka, who was in attendance, reiterated Ngilu’s sentiments about the importance of transparency.
“We do not have a problem with the parliamentary system, we will give our list on Thursday, April 6, of the members who will take part in the bipartisan approach team.
“But what we must emphasize is that there be sincerity from both parties so as to benefit all Kenyans,” Kalonzo emphasized.
Azimio’s Parliamentary Group will meet on Thursday, April 6 in Machakos County to discuss President William Ruto’s proposed bipartisan approach to resolving the political impasse.
On the other hand, Kenya Kwanza’s PG is set to announce its list of representatives on Tuesday, April 11th, according to the Leader of the Majority in the National Assembly Kimani Ichung’wah.
