United Opposition puts Ruto, UDA on the spot over Governor Kahiga’s ‘ethnic war’ remarks

United Opposition puts Ruto, UDA on the spot over Governor Kahiga’s ‘ethnic war’ remarks..

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The United Opposition of Kenya has strongly condemned remarks made by Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga, labeling them as 'the very definition of hate speech' and demanding action from the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) leadership and the Council of Governors (CoG). The opposition has dismissed Governor Kahiga's apology as 'hurriedly scripted' and 'insufficient'.

Dr. Mukhisa Kituyi, spokesperson for the United Opposition, issued the statement on Tuesday, October 22.
The opposition urged President William Ruto, UDA Party Leader, and other UDA officials to issue a public censure and apology.
Governor Kahiga had previously resigned as Vice-Chairman of the Council of Governors following public backlash.

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