NCIC summons Lenku over remarks warning parties against nominating non-Maasais
NAIROBI, Kenya, Sep1-The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has summoned Kajiado Governor Joseph Ole Lenku over remarks advocating for Maasai candidates to occupy political positions in Kajiado and Narok,…..
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The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has summoned Kajiado Governor Joseph Ole Lenku over remarks suggesting political parties should not nominate non-Maasai candidates for certain positions.
- Governor Lenku is required to appear before the NCIC on September 17, 2026.
- The NCIC is investigating the remarks under provisions relating to hate speech and negative ethnicity.
- Failure to appear could result in a warrant of arrest and potential criminal or contempt proceedings.
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