A section of leaders allied to President William Ruto have urged government investigative agencies to hold former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua accountable over remarks they described as inflammatory.
The leaders said Gachagua, who is currently in the United States, has been making statements they believe undermine national unity and constitutional institutions for political purposes.
President Ruto’s Personal Assistant, Farouk Kibet, criticized Gachagua, describing him as promoting politics that could divide the country along ethnic lines.
Kibet stated that divisive politics could reverse national progress and emphasized the need for unity behind the President’s vision.
The leaders made the remarks during a Women Empowerment funds drive at Matumbei High School in Endebess Constituency, organized to support 110 women groups.
They noted that such statements could fuel divisions and disrupt progress made under the Kenya Kwanza administration.
Kiminini MP Kakai Bissau urged President Ruto not to be lenient with Gachagua, accusing the former Deputy President of linking the Head of State to acts of terrorism.
Bissau said allegations connecting the President to criminal activity should be treated seriously and called for accountability in handling matters of national security.
Sirisia MP John Waluke criticized Gachagua, claiming he has resorted to reckless remarks that undermine national unity.
Waluke argued that the former Deputy President has become a distraction and should be held responsible for divisive statements.
Trans Nzoia Woman Representative Lilian Siyoi supported the position, stating that the country should move away from politics based on ethnicity.
Siyoi said Kenya’s unity is anchored in the Constitution and that leaders who violate that principle should face legal consequences.
Endebess MP Dr. Robert Pukose said the country has made progress in fostering cohesion and urged leaders not to engage in divisive politics.
Pukose stated that attempts to take the country back to past divisions were unacceptable.
Kwanza MP Ferdinand Wanyonyi said leaders in the region are united behind the President’s development agenda and would not be swayed by divisive politics.
Wanyonyi added that the region remains committed to supporting ongoing development programmes under the current administration.
The leaders pledged continued support for government initiatives such as affordable housing and youth empowerment, while urging citizens to reject leaders promoting tribal politics.
Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse defended the government’s record, saying its programmes have improved livelihoods and created opportunities for Kenyans.
Mutuse cited socio-economic progress as evidence of the administration’s impact.
The leaders’ statements come amid concerns over political rhetoric, with calls for accountability to safeguard national peace and cohesion.