NCIC Breaks Silence After Sifuna-Led Team Attacked in Homa Bay Rally Chaos
The leaders were attacked, their vehicles destroyed, and roads barricaded by a rival group reportedly supporting the government...
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The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has strongly condemned the acts of political violence and intolerance witnessed during the Linda Mwananchi rally in Homa Bay on Sunday, August 16.
- The commission warned that such incidents threaten constitutional freedoms and national cohesion.
- Key figures involved include NCIC Chairman Bishop Kefa Nyamweya, Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna (leader of the Linda Mwananchi team), and allegations against Governor Gladys Wanga and MP Peter Kaluma.
- The violence involved barricaded roads, destroyed vehicles, and set tyres ablaze, with opposition leaders accusing local officials of instigating the attacks.
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Police Arrest 14 Suspects During Linda Mwananchi Homa Bay Tour - August 2026
Police in Homa Bay County have arrested 14 suspects following separate incidents where youths allegedly attempted to disrupt the Linda Mwananchi movement's tour on Sunday. The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has strongly condemned the acts of political violence and intolerance witnessed during the rally and is set to summon political actors. Siaya Governor James Orengo has strongly condemned a series of 'cowardly and targeted' attacks against journalists covering the political tour in Homa Bay, involving violence, theft of equipment, and intimidation. Edwin Sifuna, ODM Secretary-General, successfully de-escalated the chaos during the Linda Mwananchi meeting. The Supreme Council of Kenya Muslims (SUPKEM) has also strongly condemned the political violence and issued a stern warning to politicians against destabilizing the nation.
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