NAIROBI, Kenya – Former Cabinet Secretary Hon. Moses Kuria has urged the Mt Kenya region to embrace introspection and political unity following a historic meeting between former President Uhuru Kenyatta and President William Ruto.
Kuria described the encounter as a pivotal moment for Kenya, emphasizing the need for reason over division to navigate the country’s economic and political challenges.
In a personal statement, Kuria praised both leaders for prioritizing national interests over sectarian or political differences.
“If the economy totally collapses and Kenya becomes a failed state, none will be the winner. Closing ranks and forgiving each other is much easier than dealing with the aftermath of a failed nation state,” he stated.
Kuria specifically addressed the Mt Kenya region, acknowledging the anger and emotions sparked by recent political turmoil, including the impeachment of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
While recognizing the frustration, he called for rationality, urging the region to avoid isolating itself politically.
“We have learned our lessons. No anger, no emotions can justify such a self-defeating move,” he noted, adding that President Kenyatta’s moderation had helped prevent divisive political schemes.
Kuria urged national leaders, including President Ruto, President Kenyatta, and Prime Minister Raila Odinga, to revive constitutional reforms under a new “BBI Season 2” framework.
According to him, the Building Bridges Initiative (BBI), though previously unsuccessful, offered vital lessons.
“I urge the leaders to close ranks and give this country a Constitution that speaks to the emerging realities of our nation and society,” he said, emphasizing urgency in addressing systemic issues.
Highlighting Mt Kenya’s political voice as “inalienable,” Kuria admitted past missteps, such as dissolving regional parties to form the Jubilee Party.
He now advocates for political reorganization, calling for the region’s parties to unite under Jubilee leadership, with former President Kenyatta at the helm.
“For all the good and bad lessons we have learned, it was a mistake to leave the Jubilee Party. However, it is not too late. We will now embark on bringing all political parties together,” Kuria declared.
Kuria described the encounter as a pivotal moment for Kenya, emphasizing the need for reason over division to navigate the country’s economic and political challenges.
In a personal statement, Kuria praised both leaders for prioritizing national interests over sectarian or political differences.
“If the economy totally collapses and Kenya becomes a failed state, none will be the winner. Closing ranks and forgiving each other is much easier than dealing with the aftermath of a failed nation state,” he stated.
Kuria specifically addressed the Mt Kenya region, acknowledging the anger and emotions sparked by recent political turmoil, including the impeachment of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
While recognizing the frustration, he called for rationality, urging the region to avoid isolating itself politically.
“We have learned our lessons. No anger, no emotions can justify such a self-defeating move,” he noted, adding that President Kenyatta’s moderation had helped prevent divisive political schemes.
Kuria urged national leaders, including President Ruto, President Kenyatta, and Prime Minister Raila Odinga, to revive constitutional reforms under a new “BBI Season 2” framework.
According to him, the Building Bridges Initiative (BBI), though previously unsuccessful, offered vital lessons.
“I urge the leaders to close ranks and give this country a Constitution that speaks to the emerging realities of our nation and society,” he said, emphasizing urgency in addressing systemic issues.
Highlighting Mt Kenya’s political voice as “inalienable,” Kuria admitted past missteps, such as dissolving regional parties to form the Jubilee Party.
He now advocates for political reorganization, calling for the region’s parties to unite under Jubilee leadership, with former President Kenyatta at the helm.
“For all the good and bad lessons we have learned, it was a mistake to leave the Jubilee Party. However, it is not too late. We will now embark on bringing all political parties together,” Kuria declared.
