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Malala to CS Kuria, Murkomen: Quit Politicking or Resign, Warns Sudi

UDA secretary general Cleophas Malala. IMAGE | Cleophas Malala / X

In Summary:

  1. UDA Secretary General Cleophas Malala warns some UDA party leaders against disrespect and indiscipline.
  2. Malala criticizes CS Kuria and CS Murkomen for engaging in politics instead of focusing on their duties.

United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Secretary General Cleophas Malala has issued a strong warning to some of the party’s key figures, accusing them of showing “blatant disrespect to the party leadership.”

Returning from China with a UDA delegation on Wednesday, Malala highlighted a troubling rise in indiscipline within the party, even towards President William Ruto.

Malala pointed out remarks made by Githunguri MP Gathoni Wa Muchomba, Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi, and Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga as examples of this disrespect.

“Your recent conduct not only undermines the party’s unity but also disrespects the leadership that you pledged to serve,” he stated.

“Let this be a stern warning: desist from such actions with immediate effect. Should this behaviour persist, the party will take disciplinary action against you.” Malala stated.

He also reprimanded Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria and Roads and Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen for their political involvement, which he said violates laws requiring them to remain apolitical.

Malala urged CS Kuria to adhere strictly to his constitutional duties, warning, “If you want to engage in politics, resign and join the political arena.”

Similarly, he advised CS Murkomen to focus on addressing the urgent issues in his ministry, particularly the repair of roads damaged by recent floods, or resign to pursue politics fully.

Malala also called on young UDA politicians to stop their premature campaigns for 2032, reminding them that their current duty is to serve their constituents.

This development follows a week of tension within the ruling party, amid rumors of a rift between Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and President William Ruto.

Speculations about cracks in the administration prompted Gachagua to assert his position, warning allies against interfering with his relationship with Ruto and meddling in Mt. Kenya politics.

During an event in Uasin Gishu County, Gachagua fiercely cautioned against any attempts to disrupt his bond with Ruto, stressing that some allies had grown overly proud and needed to remember Mt. Kenya’s support for Ruto’s presidential bid.

“The few people here wamefura wamekuwa na kiburi nyingi, wanafikiria ati sasa wamefika wanaweza kuja huko eti wapange viongozi wa mlima, ata sisi hatutakuja kuwapangia siasa yenu, lazima tuheshimiane,” Gachagua emphasized.

Loosely translated: “Some people here have become very arrogant, thinking they can now organize the leaders of the mountain. We won’t interfere with your politics, so respect ours,” Gachagua emphasized.

In response, MP Sudi called for an end to divisive and tribal politics, asserting his independence. “You cannot dictate where I go. If we had stayed in our constituencies, we wouldn’t have formed this government. Threats don’t scare me,” Sudi said.

“You cannot control where I go. If we all stayed in our respective constituencies then we would not be in government. We had to fly all over the country to ask Kenyans to elect this government. I am not someone you can threaten. I have been threatened enough and this does not move me,” Sudi said..

In response to Malala’s warning, Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi fired back at the UDA Secretary General.

Shortly after Malala’s press release, Sudi posted a veiled remark on his X account, addressing the statement.