Mbeere North MP Condemns Attack on Lamu Woman Rep Muthoni Marubu, Calls for Peaceful Politics
Wamuthende denounced the violence, intimidation, and political thuggery, emphasizing that such actions have no place in Kenya’s democracy. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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Mbeere North MP Leo Wamuthende has strongly condemned the attack on Lamu Woman Representative Muthoni Marubu during a burial ceremony in Murang’a County. He emphasized that such violence and intimidation have no place in Kenya's democracy and urged political leaders to respect the rule of law and promote peaceful engagement.
- The attack occurred at a burial ceremony attended by opposition leaders including impeached former Deputy President, Rigathi Gachagua.
- MP Wamuthende directly challenged Mr. Gachagua and his "Wamunyoro team" to take their cause to the ballot rather than resorting to violence.
- The incident has raised widespread concern about political violence and highlighted the need for leaders to uphold democratic values and ensure the safety of public officials.
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