Uganda king tells Wetang’ula to unite Kenyan voters

From Left Luhya Council of elders Chairman Patrick Wangamati, King of Bamasaaba from Uganda Bob Mushikori, retired ACK archi bishop Eliud Wabukala and Trans Nzoia governor Patrick Khaemba at Mabanga FTC on 3/11/2016 during the First Bukusu conference. (PHOTO: TITUS OTEBA/STANDARD)

The King of Bamasaba in Uganda, Bob Mushikori, has challenged Bungoma Senator Moses Wetang’ula to unite communities in his county before setting his sights on the presidency. Speaking yesterday at Mabanga Farmers Training Centre in Bungoma during ‘The First Bukusu Conference’, Mushikori asked Wetang’ula to ensure locals speak with one voice.

He said once the Bukusu and the Bamasaba communities are united, it will be easier for the Bukusu leader to seek higher office.

“I haven’t met or heard from Moses Wetang’ula, where is he? I only hear that he wants to be president. My son, don’t rush to power, unite our community first then let’s move together. United we prosper, divided we fall,” said King Mushikori.

Trans Nzoia Governor Patrick Khaemba accused the Bukusu community leaders of fighting each other.

“The Bukusu community is the majority in Western and North Rift region but infighting and backstabbing amongst its leaders is the greatest undoing. I hope this conference will make a difference,” said Khaemba. Bukusu Council of Elders official Richard Walukano said the conference was meant to unite local leaders. “Despite our various political inclinations, we should remember that we are a people from the same mother. Let’s unite in developing this county so that we can defeat our enemies,” he said.

Retired ACK Arch Bishop Eliud Wabukala asked religious leaders to lead peace efforts in Bungoma.

“Peace is paramount and it should be preached by all religious leaders if we need to realise development in this region,” said Wabukala.