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- Outspoken founder of the Inject Party, Morara Kebaso, has bowed out of politics, promising to return donated assets to the party and its supporters.

In a heartfelt message shared on social media, Kebaso reflected on his tumultuous political journey, stating that his time in the spotlight had come to an end and not without scars.

"The Lord our God gives favour to men according to His will. He gave me a moment in the spotlight and I did my best with it. But in the process I have carried anger and pain. So much that if I do not destroy something it will definitely destroy me," he wrote.

The former presidential candidate's decision to quit marks a dramatic turn for the activist-turned-politician who once promised to shake up Kenya’s political culture.

Kebaso first made headlines through civic education campaigns that exposed stalled public projects, tapping into public frustration and building a significant youth following.

He later launched the Inject Party with a mission to empower young people in politics.

But even before the party could fully establish itself, it suffered internal upheavals. Several senior officials quit, raising concerns about transparency and leadership direction.

Kebaso’s presidential ambitions faltered, and his brief dalliance with opposition politics failed to revive momentum.

Kebaso further acknowledged that he still holds assets contributed by supporters, promising to hand them over.

He explained that the assets would be left to the remaining Inject Party leadership, signalling a clean exit.

"I am aware that there are assets in my possession that were contributed by Kenyans of goodwill. I will hand over the assets to the capable INJECT leadership who will continue with the dream of building a political party that gives a chance to young people. You can expect to hear from them soon after they meet. Thank you and God bless you." Morara stated.

The former candidate, who has been both celebrated and vilified online, did not hide his disappointment with how public perception turned against him.

In one of his more pointed remarks, Kebaso called on Kenyan youth to rethink their political engagement.

"Organise yourselves to take political power. You are the change you want. Stop tearing each other down for clicks, likes and views. Corruption will fight back, you better be strong when it does," he added.

Though he’s stepping away from public office, Kebaso made it clear he doesn’t intend to disappear.

Elsewhere, Morara criticised former Interior CS Fred Matiang'i’s decision to join former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua’s opposition coalition, calling it "unity without vision."

He questioned whether the move aligns with Gen Z’s protest ideals and urged young leaders to reject the alliance.

Kebaso invited them to join his INJECT Party, promising fresh, honest leadership rather than recycling past political approaches.

Source: TUKO.co.ke