Nandi clergy urge opposition leaders to suspend Tuesday protests
A section of religious leaders in Nandi have said that the fuel crisis is a global issue and leaders should not politicise it to advance their selfish gains at the expense of peace in the country...
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A group of Nandi clergy has urged opposition leaders to suspend planned protests against rising fuel prices, arguing the issue is global and being politicised.
- The clergy called on DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua to seek dialogue instead of protests.
- Bishop Paul Korir of the Anglican Church of Kenya (ACK) Nandi Diocese highlighted that the fuel crisis is a global issue.
- The clergy emphasized that President William Ruto's reduction of VAT on fuel is a gesture of goodwill and urged unity amidst the economic crisis.
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