When Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka made remarks suggesting that Uhuru’s term limit be extended, politicians from across political divide criticized the utterances, still more leaders are coming out condemning the sentiments.
County Assembly Speaker Beatrice Elachi and former Nairobi Deputy Governor Jonathan Mueke have opposed Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka’s remarks.
The two leaders insisted that the Constitution is clear on the presidential term limits, adding that the law should be the guiding principle.
“Let us follow what the law says, let us accept that our constitution has been so democratic in terms of the president’s term,” said Elachi.
Mueke on his part said the presidential limits have been outlined in the constitution for a reason, adding that after 10 years of serving, another able Kenyan should be given the chance to lead the country.
The former Nairobi deputy governor further spoke against the referendum debate warning that should State officers be drawn into the ongoing politicking, this would derail the government’s development agenda.
“The big four could continue if we have a cabinet that is not political, a cabinet that is working on delivering the president’s agenda,” said Mueke.
During a meeting of Kamba leaders in Machakos County last Friday, Kalonzo Musyoka claimed that the current Constitution is skewed to winner-takes-it-all and the ripple effect is a balkanised nation.
Kalonzo, who is rooting for an expanded Executive in the Constitutional review process, hinted that should President Kenyatta be interested in another term in officer, he (Kalonzo) would support him.
The Wiper leader’s remarks have been met with mixed reactions, with a majority of leaders opposing his sentiments.
Other leaders who have opposed the wiper leader include Machakos governor Dr. Alfred Mutua with his deputy Francis Maliti.
When he made the remarks, in a rejoinder, Kenyans used social media platforms to criticize Kalonzo, with many terming the remarks dictatorial.