Speaker of the National Assembly Moses Wetang'ula during a Women Empowerment drive at Migwani, Kitui county on June 6, 2025. /MOSES WETANG'ULA/X



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A section of leaders has issued a rallying call for national unity, responsible leadership, and an end to divisive and tribal politics.
Speaking at a Women’s Empowerment event in Mwingi West on Friday, Speaker of the National Assembly Moses Wetang’ula urged leaders to rise above political differences and focus on delivering the promises made to Kenyans.
Wetang’ula said leadership is about responsibility, adding that President William Ruto would continue to serve the entire nation.
“Leadership is not about partisanship; it is about responsibility. The elections are behind us. Now is the time to build, to develop, and to deliver,” he said.
He condemned tribal and inflammatory rhetoric, emphasising that the country’s diversity should be a source of strength, not division.
“We must reject the politics of tribalism. In Western Kenya, we are proud to live side by side with people from all backgrounds and communities. That is our strength, not our weakness,” he added.
Warning against the growing trend of leaders insulting one another in public forums, Wetang’ula reminded Kenyans that leadership is temporary.
“Leadership is a revolving door. The same disrespect you normalise today may one day be directed at you. Let us uphold the dignity of public discourse for the sake of our country and its future.”
Echoing the Speaker’s sentiments, Kanduyi MP John Makali called on leaders to put aside party affiliations and prioritise national unity.
“Kenya is one nation. We must build it together, regardless of our political alignments. Our women need better healthcare, education, and infrastructure—not endless political noise,” Makali said.
Nominated Senator Tabitha Mutinda noted that women are the bedrock of society and deserve focused policies and sustained empowerment.
“If women were not present in our communities, our society would not be the same. We must support their growth and inclusion at all levels,” she stated.
Principal Secretary for Agriculture and Livestock, Jonathan Mueke, also spoke, emphasising that leadership must be rooted in service.
“Our role is to build and support the citizens of this country. We cannot afford to neglect our people,” Mueke said.