SAMBURU, Kenya, June 30 \u2013 Speaker of National Assembly Moses Wetang\u2019ula has called for the arrest and prosecution of individuals behind the recent wave of violent protests, saying those responsible for the destruction and chaos must face the full force of the law.<\/p>\n
Speaking during a public event in Samburu County, Wetang\u2019ula condemned the attacks on security officers, incidents of looting, and destruction of property witnessed during the recent anti-government demonstrations.<\/p>\n
While acknowledging the constitutional right to peaceful protest, he emphasized that violence has no place in democratic expression.<\/p>\n
\u201cThere is no law that permits protests which lead to sexual assault, looting, attacks on police officers, or destruction of public and private property,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe strongly condemn both the organizers and the perpetrators\u201d justice must be served.<\/p>\n
The Speaker expressed particular outrage over the assault of a female police officer during the protests, describing the act as inhumane.<\/p>\n
\u201cShe was beaten and stepped on \u2014 a fellow Kenyan, someone\u2019s daughter, sister, or mother. We must restore respect for one another, even in disagreement,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Wetang\u2019ula also weighed in on the rising political tensions ahead of the 2027 general election, urging politicians to focus on uniting the country and selling their agenda, rather than fueling division.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe opposition is not the enemy \u2014 we simply differ in opinion,\u201d he said. \u201cNo one has a right to any position. Leadership is a trust bestowed by the people.\u201d<\/p>\n
Addressing growing criticism of President William Ruto\u2019s administration over the pace of implementing campaign pledges, Wetang\u2019ula defended the government\u2019s performance, pointing to lower fertilizer prices as a sign of progress.<\/p>\n
\u201cPeople are judging the President too harshly. He\u2019s been in office for less than three years. Let\u2019s give him time and pray for our leaders as they work to improve lives,\u201d Wetang\u2019ula added.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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