Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has pledged to take on the role of speaking for the people, following ODM leader Raila Odinga's decision to work with President William Ruto.
Expressing his disappointment over Odinga's move, Natembeya emphasized that the government needs to be held accountable by the opposition.
"Raila has betrayed us by relinquishing his role as opposition leader in favor of an MOU with President Ruto, which has the blessings of the Azimio coalition," Natembeya said during a maize seed distribution event for farmers in Sikehndi.
While acknowledging the respect he has for the presidency, Natembeya made it clear that he would not hesitate to criticize the government's actions.
"The president must understand that all is not well in the country. He should focus on addressing the issues affecting Kenyans instead of engaging in rallies," he noted.
The Governor also called on the Luhya community to move beyond leaders who are self-serving, challenging them to move away from figures like Musalia Mudavadi and Moses Wetang'ula, who he believes do not have their best interests at heart.
"The time has come to do away with these leaders since they have demonstrated that they don't want to address the socio-economic challenges facing our people," he said.