Garissa: Garissa Women Representative Udgoon Siyad has called on political leaders and Kenyans across the country to exercise political tolerance and allow everyone to campaign or support their preferred candidates without hatred or violence. Udgoon emphasized that the era of political name-calling, personal attacks, and hatred should be left behind, urging all Kenyans to respect one another and highlighting that the country and its communities will remain even after the election period.
According to Kenya News Agency, Udgoon’s call comes at a time when the country is experiencing a rise in political goonism, particularly during opposition political gatherings, which have resulted in loss of life, property, and injuries. Speaking in Garissa town, where she distributed motorbikes, sewing machines, and salon and beauty equipment worth Sh22 million to youth and women through the National Government Affirmative Action (NGAAF), Udgoon urged Kenyans and the political class not to jeopardize the country due to the transient electioneering period.
“Do not abuse people, because everyone has their supporters, and the citizens have their preferred candidates. We must exercise political tolerance. We will all campaign and lobby, but let everyone support whoever they want,” Udgoon stated.
She further added, “Personal attacks, fights, and hatred are outdated. We are a civilized community and all Kenyans are civilized. Let everyone register as a voter and choose their candidates in the coming elections peacefully because politics will come to an end after the elections, but our brotherhood and communities will continue.”
Additionally, the first-time women representative voiced her support for President William Ruto’s re-election bid, noting that communities in the North Eastern region have agreed to compete for all other seats but remain united in supporting the President.
