Kindiki warns opposition against inciting violence ahead of 2027 polls

Kindiki warns opposition against inciting violence ahead of 2027 polls

Speaking in Kilifi and Kwale counties during his charm offensive tour of the coastal region, Kindiki called on Kenyans to shun divisive politics propagated by the opposition, saying the country needs to remain united before and after the 2027 polls.

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has warned opposition leaders against inciting the country into violence ahead of next year's General Election.

Speaking in Kilifi and Kwale counties during his charm offensive tour of the coastal region, Kindiki called on Kenyans to shun divisive politics propagated by the opposition, saying the country needs to remain united before and after the 2027 polls.

"Viti hiyo yote ni viti elfu mbili na mia mbili, alafu mnataka kuharibu maisha ya Wakenya milioni hamsini na tano kwa sababu ya ubinafsi yenu. Wapinzani wale wanapinga Rais ni haki yao, lakini wawe na amani, wasilete vita hapa Kenya,” he said.

Kindiki also took aim at his predecessor, accusing him of failing to deliver during his tenure as Deputy President before his eventual impeachment.

"Hakuna maendeleo umefanyia mtu yeyote, hata harambee hujachangia, hata kanisa ama msikiti. Alafu baada ya miaka sijui ngapi ndio unakuja hapa, na umefukuzwa, umetoka kwa serikali kwa sababu umeshindwa kazi, alafu unakuja kutusi watu,” Kindiki stated.

The Deputy President also dismissed suggestions of a possible change in the country's second-highest office in 2027, saying the…

In brief

Speaking in Kilifi and Kwale counties during his charm offensive tour of the coastal region, Kindiki called on Kenyans to shun divisive politics propagated by the opposition, saying the country needs to remain united before and after the 2027 polls. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has warned opposition leaders against inciting the country into violence ahead of next year's General Election.

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