NCIC under pressure to act over inflammatory political remarks
The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) is under pressure to act over alleged inflammatory political remarks as tensions rise during the Linda Mwananchi rally in Homa Bay...
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The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) is facing pressure to act on alleged inflammatory political remarks made by Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma during a Linda Mwananchi rally in Homa Bay.
- Kirinyaga Woman Representative Njeri Maina called for Kaluma's arrest and prosecution, citing remarks that could incite attacks against rally supporters.
- Maina criticized the perceived inconsistent response from authorities, including the NCIC, Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), and Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), to such statements.
- The controversy arises amid disruptions to Linda Mwananchi rallies, which aim to build support for an opposition campaign targeting President William Ruto.
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