National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has strongly condemned the recent wave of violent protests that rocked the country, calling for the immediate prosecution of those behind the destruction, looting, and assaults witnessed during the demonstrations.
Speaking during a visit to Samburu County, Wetang’ula acknowledged the constitutional right to peaceful assembly, but drew a firm line between lawful protest and what he described as “acts of lawlessness and moral decay.”
“There is no law in this country that allows violence, looting, destruction of property, or attacks on security officers,” he said.
“We saw a female police officer being attacked and trampled—this is inhumane, shameful, and unacceptable. She is a daughter, a sister, a mother. We must draw the line and protect the dignity of every Kenyan.”
His remarks come amid growing political tension as discontent swells over the Kenya Kwanza government’s delivery of campaign promises and the opposition’s renewed calls for mass action.
Wetang’ula, while cautioning against inflaming divisions ahead of the 2027 general election, urged leaders to offer constructive alternatives instead of stoking public anger.
“Opposition is not enmity. Leadership is a trust from the people—it must be exercised with humility and responsibility,” he said.
The Speaker also defended President William Ruto against mounting criticism, urging Kenyans to allow him time to implement his agenda.
“Hasn’t the price of fertilizer gone down? Change takes time. Let us pray for the President and give him room to deliver,” he noted.
Wetang’ula further emphasized the centrality of peace in fostering development in the region, especially in parts of Samburu still grappling with insecurity.
He promised to fast-track the operationalisation of a new sub-county administration in response to local leaders’ pleas, saying, “This region is fertile and full of potential. But without peace, there will be no schools, no businesses, no future.”
Wetang’ula called on all Kenyans to rally behind the Kenya Kwanza government’s efforts to unite and transform the nation. “We must walk this journey together. Divided, we stall. United, we progress.”
