The Kenyan government has denied deliberately excluding Ukambani leaders, including Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka, from the recent Mashujaa Day celebrations in Kitui. Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura stated that personal invitations were unnecessary for the public holiday, which he described as open to everyone.

• Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura dismissed claims that Ukambani leaders were excluded from Mashujaa Day celebrations.
• Senator Enoch Wambua of Kitui claimed he received no personal invitation, despite being in his home county.
• Mwaura insisted Mashujaa Day is a public event, with an automatic invitation for parliamentarians.
• An invitation has been extended to Ukambani leaders for an upcoming presidential tour of the region by President William Ruto.