Angry DP • Watching and listening to Deputy President Kithure Kindiki on the campaign trail for the UDA candidate in tomorrow’s Mbeere North by-election, there is evident anger, perhaps due to pressure to deliver the seat, says David M. Kigo. “It’s as if defeat will mark the end of his political career. He might suffer burnout before the 2027 General Election.” His contact is [email protected] .
Bribing voters • Monetary inducements are prevalent during campaigns, notes Ruth Gituma. “Leaders, who normally don’t engage with locals, are often seen partaking of tea in local gatherings. This behaviour highlights a form of hypocrisy. Hopefully, the citizens will vote on principle and informed judgment rather than being swayed by immediate material benefits.” Her contact is [email protected] .
Wasted chance • President William Ruto squandered a golden opportunity to inspire Kenyans with an audit of his performance in his State of the Nation address, says Taabu Tele. “Instead, he reduced his speech to platitudes and clichés. What’s more, the MPs in his camp desecrated Parliament’s sanctity by providing a ready choir, chanting his two-term chorus.” His contact is [email protected] .
Housing mystery • Quite disturbing for Moses Kariri is the report that all the affordable houses in Ruiru, Kiambu County, were bought immediately after the launch. Says he: “This raises some pertinent questions. Who were the intended beneficiaries? Were the locals considered? Could poor workers be funding the building of houses only to benefit the rich?” His contact is [email protected] .
Lip service • Quite sceptical about the world’s commitment to effecting a transition to green energy, Fred Kioo asks: “With more than 45 years of global oil reserves already in place, lock, stock and barrel, why are we still pushing for more oil exploration?” He’s convinced that the world is only paying lip service to the campaign to develop green energy. His email address is [email protected] .
Have a logical day, won’t you!
