He condemned the suspension of constitutional rights and urged immediate cessation of police violence.
Raila Odinga, a former Prime Minister of Kenya, has vehemently criticised the government’s handling of recent protests, describing it as a grave consequence of the government obstinacy.
Odinga spoke out against the violent crackdown on Tuesday via his X handle, expressing deep concerns about the escalation of unrest fueled by taxation grievances.
“The government’s ruthless suppression of peaceful protests is unprecedented in our nation’s history,” Odinga declared, highlighting the tragic loss of life and unlawful detentions targeting youth demanding economic reforms.
He condemned the suspension of constitutional rights and urged immediate cessation of police violence.
“Our youth are being brutally silenced for seeking a better future,” Odinga lamented, emphasizing the need for dialogue and withdrawal of contentious legislation.
He urged the international community, including the East African Community, African Union, and United Nations, to intervene urgently to prevent further bloodshed.
Odinga therefore called underscored solidarity with affected families and demanded justice for victims of state brutality.
He warned that continued repression could have far-reaching consequences for Kenya’s stability and called for immediate governmental accountability.
