Tension rocked a public participation forum in Mulot, Bomet County, after residents openly criticised their local leaders and chanted political slogans in a charged gathering.
The meeting saw a section of locals accuse their elected representatives of failing to voice their concerns at the national level.
Some members of the crowd claimed that “all MPs have been bought,” alleging that their senator and Members of County Assembly (MCAs) had remained silent on pressing issues affecting the region.
Chants of “wantam” echoed through the venue as frustration spilled into the open. The slogan, which has recently gained traction in political rallies across different parts of the country, was repeatedly shouted as residents expressed dissatisfaction with the current leadership.
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, popularly known as Riggy G, addressed the crowd and sought to calm rising emotions.
He reassured the residents that he stands with the Kipsigis community and posed questions regarding the effectiveness of the Social Health Authority (SHA) in serving locals.
“I love you, and the Kalenjin will be part of it,” he told the gathering, urging them not to feel sidelined in the country’s political direction.
He insisted that the community remains included in broader political plans ahead of the coming elections.
Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka also spoke at the forum, saying he felt at home in the region. He cautioned Kenyans against allowing political narratives to divide them and stressed the need for unity.
“We are with you. We are fixing this government properly,” Kalonzo stated, while also raising concerns over challenges in the education sector.
He noted that some Grade 10 learners were reportedly still at home, calling for urgent attention to the matter.
The leaders called for calm and national cohesion even as political temperatures begin to rise ahead of the 2027 General Election.
The heated exchanges in Mulot underscored growing public scrutiny of elected officials and signaled intensifying political mobilisation across the country.
As conversations around governance and accountability continue, such forums are increasingly becoming platforms where citizens directly confront leaders and demand tangible results.
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