Kikuyu Council of Elders Urges Odinga to Cancel Saba Saba Rally for National Unity

Kikuyu Council of Elders National Chairman, Wachira Kiago has made a heartfelt plea to Azimio leader Raila Odinga to shun planned demonstrations and reach out to president Ruto and his deputy Rigathi Gachagua.

Kiago, in an exclusive interview with The Star newspaper, stressed the crucial importance of unity for the well-being of the nation and urged Odinga to abandon his plans for demonstrations, as they may exacerbate divisions within the country.

He expressed grave concern over Odinga’s decision to mobilize street demonstrations, warning of the dire consequences that such actions may have on the country.

Kiago stressed the significance of peace and unity among all Kenyans, transcending political party affiliations noting that July 7^th (Saba Saba) demonstrations by Raila should be called off.

“I ‘m humbly appealing to Raila Odinga and his team to stop the planned demonstrations and reach out to the government, we need peace and unity for the benefits of the Country and our generations,” Kiago said.

He also called on all leaders from different political divide to preach peace and unity. Azimio leader Raila Odinga on Tuesday vowed to mobilize street demonstrations as a protest against the Finance Bill assented to by President William Ruto.

Odinga criticized the president for disregarding the pleas of Kenyans who implored him to ease the burden on the cost of living.

Political analyst Albert Kasembeli echoed Kiago’s sentiments, suggesting that Odinga should explore alternative means of expression rather than calling for street demonstrations.

Kasembeli highlighted the effectiveness of dialogue and cooperation as the most constructive ways to address the concerns of the Kenyan people.

“As Kenya navigates its path towards a brighter future, the coming days will reveal whether the political leadership can rise above partisan divisions and embrace the ideals of unity and collaboration,” Kasembeli said.

President William Ruto recently emphasized that the planned political rallies in the country would not threaten his government, asserting that he would not allow intimidation to hinder his dedication to serving the people of Kenya.

“I will not accept the people to threaten my government, we are not going to be intimidated and stop working for the people of Kenya.” Ruto said.

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua also joined the conversation, accusing Odinga of employing tactics reminiscent of his past actions against former President Uhuru Kenyatta.

Gachagua highlighted the unsettling effect Odinga had on President Kenyatta, despite being invited to join the government

Gachagua highlighted how Odinga managed to unsettle President Uhuru Kenyatta, despite being invited to join the government.