Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has issued a stern warning against the growing trend of undermining key national institutions, stating that such actions pose a greater threat to democracy than terrorism or criminal gangs.
Speaking in the wake of persistent verbal attacks on the presidency, Mudavadi called for the protection and respect of the presidency as both an institution and a symbol of national unity.
He emphasized that when institutions are dismantled or rendered ineffective, a country risks losing its foundation for order and development.
“The biggest threat to any nation is not necessarily terrorism or gangsters. The biggest threat is when critical institutions of that nation are dismantled or undermined so that they don’t function,” Mudavadi said.
His remarks come amid increasing political tensions and public discourse that he says is often based on falsehoods.
The Prime Cabinet Secretary accused some leaders of misleading the public and normalizing a culture of misinformation.
“Let us not encourage a culture of lies—believing in lies, talking lies, eating lies, sleeping lies, and waking up lies,” he added pointedly.
Mudavadi urged Kenyans to safeguard democratic institutions such as the presidency, judiciary, and legislature, reminding them that these pillars are vital for stability and progress.
His comments appear to be a direct appeal to both political leaders and the public to prioritize truth and national cohesion over partisan battles.
