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Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka has turned down an invitation to attend President William Ruto’s New Year’s Eve state dinner at the Kisii State Lodge, citing unresolved issues regarding human rights, corruption, and the ongoing abduction crisis in the country.
In a statement released on December 31, Onyonka expressed his dissatisfaction with the current government’s handling of critical national issues. He emphasized that, given the suffering many Kenyan families are enduring due to abductions, violations of human rights, and rampant corruption, he found it inappropriate to join the celebrations.
“There is nothing to celebrate while many of our people are in distress, particularly those affected by the rampant abductions and the government’s failure to address corruption and human rights violations,” Onyonka said. He also criticized the lack of accountability and the failure to heed public demands for justice, particularly the release of detained individuals.
Onyonka’s decision has sparked reactions within the political community. Kitutu Chache North Member of Parliament, Japheth Nyakundi, who also serves as the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Party Treasurer, condemned Onyonka’s stance. Nyakundi accused the senator of political insincerity, accusing him of playing both sides of the political divide and undermining efforts aimed at building national unity.
While Onyonka’s actions have attracted attention in Kisii County, they also reflect a broader discontent with the administration’s handling of governance issues. His refusal to attend the dinner stands as a symbolic gesture, highlighting the growing concerns within various sectors of society about the direction in which the country is headed.
The incident underscores the ongoing political tensions in the region, as figures like Onyonka continue to voice their opposition to the government’s policies, while others, like Nyakundi, defend the administration’s efforts to improve the country’s political and economic landscape.