In a bold move, Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro has called on the Azimio la Umoja – One Kenya Coalition Party to step back from the ongoing bipartisan discussions, dismissing their threats as mere posturing against a duly elected government.
During the somber occasion of Peter Kiriba’s burial in Kieni, Nyeri County, Nyoro, who serves as the chairman of the parliamentary budget committee, expressed his belief that these talks should cease immediately.
He argued that the opposition was exploiting the dialogue platform to rehash discussions about the outcome of the previous year’s election, a topic he deemed irrelevant in light of the Kenya Kwanza government’s legitimate election victory in August 2022.
Addressing the media, Nyoro emphasized that engaging in these discussions was already a gesture of goodwill from their side. He pointed out that the Kenyan populace had little patience for prolonged talks, emphasizing the need for all leaders to focus on their designated roles, allowing the government to fulfill its commitments effectively.
According to Nyoro, the Kenya Kwanza team should not be obligated to delve into the audit of last year’s polls, given the legitimacy of President William Ruto’s administration. He urged the opposition to set aside their demands for an election audit, allowing the current government the space to deliver on its electoral promises, particularly in the realm of economic stability.
Nyoro’s stance echoes the recent statements from Azimio leaders, who threatened to withdraw from the discussions unless their minimum requirement, a reduction in the cost of living, was met. Although significant progress has been made by the dialogue team, led by National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah and former Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka, key issues like the audit of the polls remain unresolved due to opposition demands.
Amidst criticism from various quarters, Nyoro staunchly defended Kenya Kwanza’s policies aimed at reducing the cost of living. He remained optimistic, assuring the public that the government’s economic revitalization efforts were on the brink of fruition. Nyoro highlighted initiatives such as subsidizing farm inputs, particularly fertilizers, which are expected to boost maize production significantly.
Anticipations are high, with estimates suggesting that maize production could reach a remarkable 50 million bags this year, signaling a positive turn in Kenya’s economic landscape.
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