Govt Denies Kahiga’s Claims Of Skewed Development Under Broad-Based Pact
The government has rejected the assertions made by Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga regarding biased development under President William Ruto’s administration, labeling them as false, divisive, and contrary to the essence of national unity. In a strongly articulated statement released on Wednesday, Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura denounced the governor’s comments as "unpatriotic, insensitive, and regrettable," especially during a period when the nation is still grieving the loss of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. "Under the decisive leadership of President William Samoei Ruto, every devolved unit receives its fair share of the national resources," Mwaura stated. "The President has transcended contentious politics, serving all Kenyans regardless of their voting preferences." The spokesperson indicated that the government perceives Kahiga’s statements as an effort to incite ethnic divisions and weaken national unity, stressing that the administration’s development strategy is founded on principles of fairness, inclusivity, and constitutional equity across all counties. The government called upon the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) and the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) to implement strict measures against any leader found promoting hate speech or ethnic discord, referencing Section 13 of the National Cohesion and Integration Act and other pertinent legislation. "We strongly encourage NCIC and DCI to take decisive action against any leader inciting division and ethnic hostility," Mwaura remarked. CoG resignation The spokesperson also expressed approval of Kahiga’s choice to resign as Vice Chairperson of the Council of Governors (CoG), characterizing it as a fitting response to the public backlash his comments elicited.
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