Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka has issued a stern warning to a section of Kitui County Assembly leaders allied to the United Democratic Alliance, accusing them of undermining the will and interests of the people.
The move is seen as Kalonzo cracking the whip on dissenting voices in his political backyard. Meanwhile, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has rallied the Maa community to back the United Opposition, saying unity is key to unlocking their development agenda.
The United Opposition is ramping up its grassroots campaign. Gachagua toured Enesampulai in Narok County, urging the Maa community to support the opposition and his presidential ambitions. He said the Maa have been sidelined by President William Ruto’s administration.
“This is your party for forming the next government. I’m calling on all Maasai from Laikipia, Laisamis, Kajiado and beyond, this is your vehicle for change,” Rigathi Gachagua, former Deputy President, stated.
Gachagua accused Narok leaders allied to President Ruto of prioritizing politics over the region’s development needs. He pledged to improve infrastructure and the livestock sector.
“We’ve discussed roads and I will deliver. We will also prioritize livestock and hides and skins so our farmers do not incur losses,” Gachagua stated.
He spoke during the homecoming of DCP Deputy Secretary General Martin Ole Kamwaro.
In Kitui County, Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka attended the renaming of Kyuso Girls to Mama Pauline Kalonzo Girls School. He warned local leaders allied to the government that their actions betray the region’s interests.
“You are either with us or against us. I’m watching all of you. If you are not on our side, you will be swept away. Read the mood of the people,” Kalonzo stated.
Kalonzo also expressed confidence that Kenyans in the diaspora will back the United Opposition. He accused President Ruto’s government of overtaxing citizens and stalling key development projects in Kambaland.
“Anyone earning a salary here is surrendering nearly half of it in taxes. Even this road has delayed, and the one he promised here must be delivered urgently,” Kalonzo added.
