LION! Listen to Uhuru Kenyatta's Speech as he joins opposition leaders in Kital!!

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta spoke at a memorial event for Michael Kijana Wamalwa in Kitale, honoring Wamalwa as a gentleman and friend despite their political differences. He recalled that during the Kanu and Moi era, he asked Wamalwa to join their side, but Wamalwa refused, saying he was on the other side, and did not betray their plans. Kenyatta said they were forced to rest by order of the leaders, and he obeyed. He emphasized that Wamalwa and leaders like Charity Ngilu and Martha Karua fought for democracy, and Kenyans' right to choose must not be taken away. He affirmed that citizens will decide among candidates such as Kalonzo, Ruto, Matiang'i, and Sivuna. He urged political leaders to campaign peacefully, rejected being called a sponsor, stated he needs no seat, and called on Kenyans to unite and not be divided.

Key takeaways

1. Kenyatta said Wamalwa refused to join his Kanu side, saying 'Sir, I am on the other side,' and did not betray their plans.
2. Kenyatta declared he needs no seat, emphasizing the choice of leaders belongs to Kenyans.
3. He said preventing others from holding meetings is taking Kenya backward, urging leaders to ask for votes with humility.
4. He listed Kalonzo, Ruto, Matiang'i, and Sivuna as possible choices citizens may make.

Chapters

1. 0:00Apology for delay and welcome
2. 1:05Remembering Michael Kijana Wamalwa
3. 2:13Friendship across political divides
4. 4:04Democratic rights and unity
5. 6:00Citizens choose their leaders
6. 6:30Call for peaceful campaigning
7. 9:25Appeal for national unity