Webuye West MP Dan Wanyama has been summoned by the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) over alleged incitement remarks he made about the Mountain region a week ago.
In a formal notice dated January 27, the commission directed the legislator to appear at their headquarters on Wednesday, January 29, at 10:00 a.m. to assist in ongoing investigations regarding his comments.
The remarks in question were made on Sunday, January 19, during an interdenominational prayer meeting held at Cheptais Boys’ High School in Bungoma County. Wanyama reportedly made statements deemed discriminatory, which the NCIC believes could harm the peaceful coexistence of various communities in Kenya.
“The Mountain is already slippery and will remain slippery forever. If we all unite, we can isolate them. It will be us against them. I am not afraid to say that,” Wanyama stated during his speech.
The NCIC has classified these comments as inciteful, alleging they could promote hatred, hostility, violence, or discrimination among communities, particularly those with different political affiliations. Such remarks, they argue, undermine national harmony.
Wanyama’s statements have sparked significant backlash from Mount Kenya leaders and other Kenyans, especially during a period when calls for unity and peace are being championed across the country.
This development comes just days after the NCIC raised concerns about the growing number of politicians making inflammatory speeches at public gatherings.
During a press briefing on January 23, NCIC Vice Chairperson Wambui Nyutu revealed that investigations had been completed for at least ten MPs accused of similar behavior. Their cases had been forwarded to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), with recommendations for arrests and subsequent prosecution.
“We are dealing with more than ten politicians who have been using language capable of inciting Kenyans,” Nyutu said. “We have concluded investigations on their cases and submitted the files to the DCI. If the DCI arrests and charges these individuals, and the DPP prosecutes them in court, it will be a significant step forward for justice.”
Among the MPs under scrutiny are Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi, Farah Maalim, and Dan Wanyama. While the NCIC has recommended action against these lawmakers, only Maalim has faced consequences so far.
His remarks regarding Gen Z protests and abductions led to his expulsion from the Wiper Democratic Movement and his removal as the party’s Deputy Leader.
Meanwhile, Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi has yet to face any disciplinary measures despite his history of controversial public statements. Starehe MP Amos Maina has also been summoned by the NCIC over remarks he made during a church service in Laikipia.
The NCIC continues to call for strict enforcement of laws against hate speech, emphasizing the importance of holding public officials accountable for language that could disrupt peace and unity in the country.
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