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  • Cleophas Malala ousted as UDA Secretary General, Hassan Omar steps in

    Cleophas Malala ousted as UDA Secretary General, Hassan Omar steps in

    The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has announced the revocation of Cleophas Malala’s appointment as interim Secretary General, effective immediately.

    According to the National Executive Committee (NEC), Hassan Omar Hassan will assume the role of Secretary-General on an interim basis.

    This decision follows consultative deliberations and complies with Article 8.2 of the party constitution.

    The NEC stated that they convened on Friday morning at the request of committee members to discuss recent events within the party.

    The committee noted they decided to implement the series of administrative measures to accelerate their agenda and set forth a path of inclusive, participative, and consultative organization.

    The NEC also reviewed the ongoing grassroots elections, directing the National Elections Board to make necessary adjustments and continue with elections in the remaining counties as previously communicated.

    They emphasized that these elections will allow party members to choose their leaders from the polling centre level to the national level.

    The NEC highlighted its constitutional mandate to provide policies and political guidance to the party, noting the need to continually realign these policies with the broader national political landscape and collective aspirations.

    They reiterated that, as the governing and policymaking organ of the party, the NEC plays a crucial role in driving the political agenda of the UDA.

    Consequently, the party will be implementing several administrative measures to accelerate its agenda and establish a distinctive path of inclusive, participative, and consultative organization.

  • UDA MPs opposed to Finance Bill risk expulsion from Party, Malala warns

    UDA MPs opposed to Finance Bill risk expulsion from Party, Malala warns

    UDA Secretary General Cleophas Malala has issued a stern warning to the party’s legislators against opposing Finance Bill 2024, which advanced to its second reading last Thursday.

    Speaking in Butere, Kakamega County on Sunday, Malala stated that UDA MPs who vote against the bill should prepare to leave the party and run as independent candidates in 2027 elections.

    “The ideals of your party are supreme to your personal thoughts. If you are a UDA member, the ideologies of the UDA party should come before your personal interests. If any UDA MP votes no to the finance bill on Tuesday, they should leave the party and become independent candidates,” said Malala.

    Malala’s comments come amidst public protests against the proposed finance bill, with more demonstrations set to take place tomorrow.

    The UDA SG also alleged that the protests are being fuelled by external influences, questioning the source of funding for the nationwide demonstrations.

    “We know there are individuals hiding behind the Gen Z. These people are not Kenyans. Foreigners are funding the protests because we have increased taxes on imported goods. They are now funding NGOs to ensure the finance bill is dropped so that their goods can continue dominating the Kenyan market,” Malala stated.

    “Where are the protestors getting the money to the extent that they have lawyers, free medicine, and water? Where do you think the money is coming from?” he posed.

    However, Malala asked the police to exercise restraint and provide protection to the young protestors, adding that he will organize a meeting between the youth and President William Ruto.

    “I urge the Inspector General of Police, please do not kill any young soul. Allow them to demonstrate. At the opportune time, I will personally organise a meeting between them and the leadership of this country,” he said.

    The contentious bill sailed through the second reading after 204 MPs endorsed it against 115 who voted no.

    Githunguri lawmaker Gathoni Wamuchomba and her Juja counterpart George Koimburi are among UDA MPs who voted against the finance bill.

  • Malala calls out CSs Kuria, Murkomen for engaging in politics

    Malala calls out CSs Kuria, Murkomen for engaging in politics

    UDA Secretary General Cleophas Malala has faulted Public Service Cabinet Secretaries Moses Kuria and his Transport counterpart Kipchumba Murkomen for engaging in politics.

    In a statement, Malala said holders of public office should achieve their primary objectives which is to serve Kenyans.

    Malala went on to say that should the Cabinet Secretaries feel the need to engage in politics actively, they must resign from the public offices they hold.

    “It has come to my attention that some Cabinet Secretaries have been involving themselves in political activities, contrary to the law which requires them to remain apolitical. Hon. Moses Kuria, the Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Gender, and Affirmative Action, your primary responsibility is to serve the people within your docket. Should you wish to engage in politics, you are welcome to resign and join the political arena,” said Malala.

    “Similarly, Hon. Kipchumba Murkomen, Cabinet Secretary for Roads and Transport, your focus should be on addressing the pressing issues in your ministry, particularly the reclamation of roads damaged by recent floods. Serve the Kenyan people or step down from your position and return to politics,” he added.

    Murkomen was among CSs who accompanied the DP to Uasin Gishu over the weekend, where the leaders rallied support for Gachagua.

    The UDA Secretary General further mentioned Githunguri Mp Gathoni Wa Muchomba her Kapseret counterpart Oscar Sudi and Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga who he accuses of undermining the party’s unity.

    “Your recent conduct not only undermines the party’s unity but also disrespects the leadership that you pledged to serve. Let this be a stern warning: desist from such actions with immediate effect. Should this behavior persist, the party will take disciplinary action against you,” warned the SG

    The remarks come amid reports of a division in the Rift Valley over support for Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.