DP Kithure Kindiki Responds to Kalonzo Musyoka Over Albert Ojwang Remarks
Kenya’s political tensions continue to escalate after Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka released a statement distancing himself from Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, citing alleged involvement in the brutal crackdown on Gen Z protesters, including the death of Albert Ojwang.
In his post, Kalonzo boldly stated:
> “Ignore the news reports. They are diversionary, and a poor attempt to divide The United Opposition. I cannot work with or meet up with people with Gen Z blood on their hands including that of Albert Ojwang. Kenyans know the truth Mr HalfTam: I will always be on the side of the people.”
#JusticeForAlbertOjwang #ArrestEliudLangatNOW
The statement sparked public debate and trended widely across Kenyan social media platforms. Many young Kenyans have been demanding justice for Albert Ojwang, a symbol of resistance for Twitter influencer who claim police brutality must be punished.
Kindiki’s Calm But Firm Response
In response, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki took a diplomatic but pointed stance:
> “I hear my big brother Kalonzo has said he doesn’t wish to work with me politically. That is fine with me.”
> “For the unkind things he has said about me, I won’t answer him back publicly, not because I can’t, but because I never do public duels with people I respect.”
Kindiki emphasized that he still holds Kalonzo in high regard but issued a clear warning:
> “Nevertheless, if he continues with his falsehoods unprovoked, I will happily tackle him head on. Respect is a two-way street.”
While choosing restraint for now, Kindiki made it clear that his silence is not weakness. He reiterated that political noise will not derail the government’s commitment to service delivery.
> “Meanwhile, the Government’s development agenda for all the people of this nation will continue undeterred irrespective of who is working with who for whatever objective.”
The Bigger Picture: Justice for Albert Ojwang
This exchange occurs amid rising public anger over the death of Albert Ojwang, whose case has become central to the Gen Z protest movement in Kenya. Many are calling for the arrest of Eliud Langat, a senior officer accused of overseeing violent crackdowns.
