Summary
Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti criticized President William Ruto for disparaging remarks toward opposition figures during a Ukambani tour, stating that insults aimed at Kalonzo Musyoka target the Kamba community as a whole. She accused Ruto of contempt for the region and defended skipping one of the President’s events.
Context
The remarks were made during a traditional wedding ceremony in Emali, where Wavinya described Ruto’s conduct as disrespectful toward Wakamba and their leader Kalonzo Musyoka.
“Ruto ameonyesha Wakamba madharau sana. Anakuja hapa Ukambani kututukana sisi; ukitusi Kalonzo ni sisi umetusi. Ukiambia mtoto baba yako hana akili, inamaanisha wewe kama mtoto, mama yako na kila mtu katika ile familia hana akili.”
Wavinya added that arrogance is harmful and noted Kalonzo’s restraint, suggesting he could not publicly respond in Sugoi due to honour and faith, while accusing Ruto of belittling him in Ukambani. She also defended her choice to skip a public event attended by the President in Machakos.
- Governor Wavinya Ndeti condemned the President’s remarks targeting opposition leaders.
- She argued that insults toward Kalonzo Musyoka amount to an attack on the Kamba community.
- She claimed Ruto showed contempt for Ukambani during his visit.
- She defended skipping a President’s rally in Machakos.
Direct quotation
“Arrogance is a terrible thing.”
Notes
Text preserves the factual claims and quotes from Wavinya Ndeti without embellishment. Repetition avoided across sections.
Author’s summary
Wavinya Ndeti condemns Ruto’s Ukambani remarks as disrespectful to the Kamba people, emphasizing unity and dignity while explaining her attendance choices.