Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi fired back at former President Uhuru Kenyatta. He called him a hypocrite over comments on protecting political parties.
Mudavadi said Uhuru has no right to talk about multiparty democracy. As Jubilee Party leader, Uhuru oversaw the merger of at least 12 parties into Jubilee from 2015 to 2016. That included UDF, TNA, and URP.
Mudavadi also accused Uhuru of pushing some parties into the Azimio coalition before the 2022 election. These moves clash with Uhuru’s recent views.
The former President acts dishonest by teaching the nation on party protection. His own history proves the opposite, Mudavadi stated.
Mudavadi reacted to Uhuru’s words at veteran politician Cyrus Jirongo’s funeral in Kakamega County.
There, Uhuru slammed leaders for interfering in other parties’ affairs. He urged teamwork and unity for national strength.
Uhuru hailed the late Jirongo as a true champion of multiparty democracy. He called him a major political figure with president potential.
Cyrus Jirongo truly respected and upheld multiparty democracy, Kenyatta said.
Mudavadi agreed. He called Jirongo a firm defender of multiparty politics. His influence and vision stood out from others.
In another reply, Mudavadi addressed Nairobi Senator and ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna. He stood by his push for a referendum. It ties to the 10-point plan of the broad-based government.
Mudavadi dared Sifuna to back the referendum if he cares about real change and the country’s good.
If Sifuna means it, he should support the referendum. It’s part of the broad-based government’s deal, Mudavadi said.
Uhuru warned against finger-pointing and divisive talk. He told leaders to face voters directly. They should share clear plans and build parties like Jirongo did.
When people lose support, they hunt for scapegoats. Drop that. Talk to folks straight, create your party with solid policies like Cyrus Jirongo, Uhuru advised.
His words came during growing political strain. Some ODM leaders, like chair Gladys Wanga and Minority Leader Junet Mohamed, blame Uhuru for party splits.
Uhuru stressed Kenya needs unity, a lively democracy, and respect for voters. He cautioned against steps that widen political rifts.
