NAIROBI, Kenya, Feb 2- The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) is on Thursday set to issue a statement on the state of peace and cohesion in the country amid rising temperatures after last year’s election.
The press briefing which will be led by the Commission chairperson Samuel Kobia comes exactly 5 months after the General Election.
On Monday, the Commission summoned Korogocho Member of County Assembly Absalom Odhiambo Onyango over alleged incitement made during the Azimio’s rally at Kamukunji grounds on Sunday.
The MCA was later detained at Kiambu police station. He was released on Wednesday as investigations continue.
The Azimio Coalition led by its leader Raila Odinga kicked off Anti Kenya Kwanza Government rallies where they have been claiming that their victory was stolen during the 2022 polls.
Odinga has been calling for resignation of President William Ruto.
NCIC boss Kobia warned that Political development in the last few days was creating unnecessary tension that if not well managed could plunge the country into chaos.
“We are calling upon all the leaders to stop actions and rhetoric that can trigger violence. For if unchecked violence started in one place will be repeated in another and before long the whole country will burn. In such event nobody wins and all of us lose,” Kobia said in a statement.
He further stated that the commission would not allow anyone to undermine the presidency.
“We wish to remind Kenyans that the President who is also the head of state is the symbol of national unity. Consequently, any actions that undermine the presidency will not only damage the national cohesion but will also injure peace and unity among Kenyans. The President should be accorded respect and honor by all and at all times,” he said.
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