Nyaribari Chache Member of Parliament Zaheer Jhanda has spoken out strongly against members of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party.
He believes that ODM is not being honest in its actions. According to Jhanda, it is wrong for ODM to continue attacking the government while still being part of it.
He said that if ODM leaders are unhappy with how the government is being run, they should simply leave the partnership.
He also said that ODM has never won an election and therefore has no right to lecture anyone on how to manage state affairs.
Jhanda challenged ODM to take serious action by asking their Cabinet ministers to resign. Only then, he said, will people take their statements seriously.
These remarks come after ODM members criticized the government following recent anti-government protests across the country.
Many citizens had taken to the streets to express their anger over the high cost of living, poor leadership, and police violence. ODM leader Raila Odinga responded by calling for a national dialogue.
He suggested a new approach where 40 people from all 47 counties would meet and discuss the country’s future.
Raila explained that this group should be made up of 50% youth and the rest middle-aged citizens, with very few elderly people.
He said the goal is to prevent the country from going into the 2027 elections full of anger and mistrust.
ODM national chairperson Gladys Wanga also expressed concern over police brutality. She mentioned the case of teacher Albert Ojwang, who died in police custody.
Wanga pointed out other troubling cases like Philip Oketch, who was allegedly shot during a protest, and Gabriel Mwita Chacha, who was badly beaten by police officers.
She said those responsible should be held accountable and brought to justice.
Minority Leader Junet Mohamed added his voice to the criticism. He said that senior government officials, including President Ruto, should not be giving dangerous orders like the shoot-in-the-leg command.
According to him, such actions are unlawful and any wrongdoer should be taken to court and not harmed.
Even with all the disagreements, Junet said that ODM still plans to work with the government until the 2027 elections, after which they will decide on their next move.
