Bring back ‘alcoblow’ to curb drink driving and save lives
A man takes an alcoblow test administered by NTSA officers in Kisumu.
Turncoats • Most politicians are turncoats who shift allegiances as easily as they change their clothes, remarks Ruth Gituma. “The Nation cartoon ‘See no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil’ depicting monkeys perfectly captured the sudden silence and compliance of opposition leaders now in the government. It’s a classic example of how self-interest can trump political ideals.” Her contact is [email protected].
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Payback • Karma is real, or history is repeating itself, says Evans Macharia Mwangi, holding up impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s woes as an example. “As the District Officer in Limuru, Kiambu, during Daniel Moi’s dictatorial rule, Rigathi ruled Limuru with an iron fist. But recently, goons attacked him at a funeral in the area.” His contact is [email protected].
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Deceptive calm • During the public participation before the impeachment of ex-Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, Samuel Onyango notes, many people felt he should have been ejected with his boss, President William Ruto. “This explains the ‘kufa dereva kufa makanga’ slogan (the driver and tout should both be axed). The calm we’re witnessing is deceptive.” His email address is [email protected].
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Desperation • While it is true that many greedy people are easily conned, the real driving factor is actually desperation, says Linda Agutu. “This is what causes many Kenyans to get duped, as they hope for and strive to secure economic opportunities. However, they are simply hoping to improve their well-being rather than being merely greedy.” She can be reached through [email protected].
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Crashes • It’s ironic that more people die in road accidents in December, which should be a solemn and safer month due to the Christmas and New Year festivities, says Mwangi wa Karuga. “Why is this so? Blind excitement and increased alcohol consumption? Drunkards should be calm, safe and subdued. Bring back ‘alcoblow’ to curb drink driving and save lives.” His email address is [email protected]. Have a safe day, won’t you!
