Bungoma: Saboti Member of Parliament Caleb Amisi and his Bumula counterpart Jack Wamboka have urged National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula and Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi to exit active politics.

The two MPs said Wetang’ula and Mudavadi should pave the way for young leaders to take charge of the Western region’s development agenda.

Speaking at Kimaeti Primary School in Bumula constituency during a women's empowerment forum, the youthful legislators claimed that the two senior politicians in the region had stalled development by clinging to power.

“It’s time for the old guards to retire and allow young, energetic leaders like us to drive development in Western Kenya,” Wamboka said.

Similar sentiments were echoed by Saboti MP Caleb Amisi, who also criticised Wetang’ula and Mudavadi for allegedly overstaying in leadership.

Amisi said the region needs a new generation of leaders with fresh ideas.

“We respect them for their contribution over the years, but the reality is their time is up. They should gracefully exit the political stage and let young, vibrant leaders chart the future of this region,” the youthful legislator said.

The MP, who is a vocal critic of the Kenya Kwanza administration, further took issue with President William Ruto’s aide Farouk Kibet, accusing him of using handouts to influence Western Kenya voters in the name of empowerment.

He asked locals to take the money but not to let it influence them on how they will vote in the upcoming general election.

“Take their money, but remember where your heart belongs. We don’t want endless fund drives, we want real development, good roads, quality universities, modern schools and well-equipped hospitals,” Amisi said.

He also reaffirmed his support for the 'wantam' slogan, a campaign narrative popular among opposition supporters pushing to limit President Ruto to a single term in office.

The two MPs also condemned the rising cases of abductions and extrajudicial killings targeting young people across the country.

“We are tired of attending funerals for young people who fall victim to abductions or are killed during protests. This culture of silencing the youth must end,” Wamboka stated.

They also challenged the government to respect the constitutional rights of all Kenyans, particularly the youth who are often at the forefront of demanding accountability and better governance.

Previously, reported that the Bumula MP had cried foul over an alleged plan against him ahead of the 2027 General Election.

The MP claimed Speaker Wetang'ula was fighting him after he sided with legislators who rejected the contentious 2024 Finance Bill.

He, however, said he was ready to face off with anyone that Wetang'ula would front against him.

Source: TUKO.co.ke