Linda Mwananchi wants Wanga, Kaluma arrested over alleged state-sanctioned violence
The group demanded that the leaders publicly account for their actions or lack of action during the tour, while calling for investigations into their alleged links to the attacks...
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Linda Mwananchi has called for the arrest and investigation of Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga and Suba North MP Peter Kaluma following alleged state-sanctioned violence during their county tour on Sunday.
- Linda Mwananchi claims the violence resulted in two deaths and 18 injuries, with some requiring specialized medical care.
- Key figures implicated include Governor Gladys Wanga and MP Peter Kaluma, alongside other Homa Bay County leaders.
- The group alleges a coordinated attack involving police and state security operatives, citing roadblocks and armed individuals firing at their convoy, calling it an "ambush."
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Police have arrested 37 suspects in connection with violence that marred Sunday's Linda Mwananchi rally in Homa Bay, which resulted in the death of a police officer and injuries to several others. A Royal Media Services (RMS) journalist narrowly escaped a life-threatening attack by a mob while covering the rally on August 16. The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has summoned Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma over alleged hate speech remarks made on August 15, requiring him to appear before the commission on August 19. Linda Mwananchi has called for the arrest and investigation of Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga and Suba North MP Peter Kaluma following alleged state-sanctioned violence during their county tour. The organization has also accused a National Intelligence Service (NIS) officer of involvement in the violent chaos.
