National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has strongly criticized the Opposition, accusing them of a deliberate campaign to incite Kenyans towards anger and tribal animosity in the lead-up to the 2027 General Elections. Speaking during a fundraiser at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Njoro, Nakuru County, Wetang’ula issued a stern warning that the Opposition's rhetoric is strategically designed to provoke emotional voting, a tactic he believes could result in disastrous leadership choices for the nation.

“The Opposition is on a calculated charm offensive, weaponizing voter anger and hatred ahead of 2027,” Wetang’ula stated to the congregants, urging them to exercise sobriety and vigilance when casting their votes. The Speaker emphasized the danger of allowing emotions to dictate electoral outcomes, cautioning that it could pave the way for unqualified leaders and potentially plunge Kenya back into political instability. “Don’t vote out of hatred or vengeance. Ignore leaders whose agenda is to stir your emotions for their political gain,” he advised.

Wetang’ula also specifically addressed the issue of tribal politics, reiterating his consistent call for national unity and peaceful coexistence among Kenyans. He invoked the painful memories of the 2007/08 post-election violence, highlighting that Njoro was one of the regions most severely affected during that tumultuous period in Kenya's history. “Njoro paid a heavy price for tribal-driven politics. Let us not allow history to repeat itself,” he asserted, underscoring the grave consequences of ethnically charged political mobilization.

Directing his words at those campaigning along ethnic lines, Wetang’ula accused them of jeopardizing Kenya’s hard-earned peace. “Even if you're desperate for the presidency, do not use your ambition to undermine our national unity. Kenya belongs to all of us,” he firmly stated. Furthermore, the Speaker lauded ODM leader Raila Odinga’s recent cooperation with President William Ruto, describing it as a bold and patriotic gesture. He strongly rebuked critics who labeled this collaboration a betrayal, declaring, “Those castigating Raila Odinga for working with President Ruto are not interested in Kenya’s future — they thrive on discord and dysfunction.”

Several Members of Parliament accompanying Wetang’ula echoed his sentiments, championing peace and urging Kenyans to reject divisive political strategies. Njoro MP Charity Kathambi, Kimilili’s Didmus Barasa, Webuye East’s Martin Pepela, and Nakuru County MP Liza Chelule joined in condemning tribal incitement. Didmus Barasa warned, “Njoro’s economic scars from the 2007/08 violence are still visible,” and added, “Kenyans must not allow political greed to take us back.” Liza Chelule highlighted Nakuru County as a beacon of harmonious coexistence in a multi-ethnic society, affirming, “Nakuru has rejected tribalism. We elect leaders based on merit, not ethnicity — that’s the future we must all embrace.”