Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has publicly condemned recent tribal remarks made by Public Service Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale, declaring that Duale and UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar are unfit to hold public office and should step down.

Speaking during the burial of Pastor William Muthengi in Mumoni, Kitui County, Kalonzo criticized the two officials for their divisive rhetoric, saying they do not meet the standards expected of public servants.

"These individuals, like Duale, should not trouble Kenyans. Both he and the UDA secretary general should resign; they are as incompetent as their leader," Kalonzo stated.

The former Vice President emphasized that State House should symbolize national unity and service to all citizens, warning against it becoming a center for factionalism or vested interests.

"State House is not a place of glory, but a place of work. It should not be turned into a hub for cartels," he added.

Concerns Over Security and Political Climate

Kalonzo also expressed concern over the rising cases of abductions, cautioning President William Ruto against using security agencies to intimidate government critics.

"The President claimed there are no more goons, yet those goons have been linked to his side. If people are picked up and detained arbitrarily, Kenyans will lose trust in his leadership," he warned.

Message from Ol Kalou By-Election

Reflecting on the recent Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election, Kalonzo said the vote signaled a change in political dynamics, especially among young voters dissatisfied with corruption and unemployment.

  • "The next election will not be ordinary; it will resemble Ol Kalou. Despite the government's use of supplementary budgets, youths have made it clear they will no longer tolerate corruption and mismanagement," he said.
  • "They have shown a new Kenya is emerging, with a new political system," Kalonzo added.

Background on Duale's Remarks

The controversy stems from a viral video where Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale allegedly compared the Somali and Kikuyu communities, accusing past Mount Kenya leaders of neglecting the North and praising President Ruto for ending such discrimination.

The National Cohesion and Integration Commission has launched an investigation into the comments for possible ethnic incitement. Duale maintains he was misquoted and that his statements were taken out of context.

The Senate has also condemned the remarks, warning they risk reopening ethnic tensions ahead of the 2027 General Election.