Tomi Kucera
Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i discusses leadership challenges with Governor Natembeya and opposition leaders They shared details of their meeting, including reaffirming their commitment to accountable leadership and collaboration ahead of the 2027 elections The meeting comes amid claims of division in the United Opposition which is led by former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua Amos Khaemba, a journalist at TUKO.co.ke, brings over three years of experience covering politics and current affairs in Kenya.
Trans Nzoia – Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i has held a consultative meeting with Governor George Natembeya.
Fred Matiang’i Holds Talks to Natembeya Amid Division Claims in United Opposition: “Shared Vision”
Source: Facebook On Wednesday, December 17, Matiang’i, accompanied by some opposition leaders, paid a courtesy call to Natembeya at his office.
Among the leaders who accompanied the former Interior CS were United Opposition head of secretariat Mukhisa Kituyi and Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka.
What did Matiang’i, Natembeya discuss? In a statement, Matiang’i said the meeting reflected on the challenges facing the Kenya Kwanza regime and the need for accountable leadership.
They also reaffirmed their friendship and strong working relationship in the United Opposition ahead of the 2027 General Election.
“We reaffirmed our friendship and strong working relationship within the United Opposition as we continue to pursue our vision to restore good leadership and fix the problems facing our country. We also reflected on the challenges facing the Kenya Kwanza regime and emphasised the need for accountable leadership and effective management of our country,” Matiang’i said. The former powerful CS further disclosed that they discussed with Natembeya the need to work together as opposition leaders to save the country from President William Ruto’s regime.
“We further reiterated the need to work together as opposition leaders to save our country from the economic mess it currently faces. We were joined by various leaders from the Trans Nzoia County government, the County Assembly, and also from across the political divide,” he added. On his part, Natembeya said their discussion centred on a shared vision for a transformed, people-centric Kenya anchored on effective leadership.
“It was a warm and engaging meeting that offered us an opportunity to reconnect and reflect on our time serving together at the Ministry of Interior and National Administration. Our discussions centered on our shared vision for a transformed, people-centric Kenya anchored on effective leadership, integrity, and service to the people. It was truly encouraging to rekindle both the memories and the ideals that continue to guide our commitment to public service,” Natembeya said. Are there divisions in the United Opposition? Their meeting comes amid reports of division in the United Opposition ahead of the 2027 election.
Lately, Matiang’i and Natembeya have not been attending opposition meetings organised by former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua and Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka.
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Source: TUKO.co.ke
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