National Assembly Speaker Honorable Moses Masika Wetangula has finally broken his silence following the defeat of his party in the Kabuchai Ward by-election, a loss that sent shockwaves through his political backyard of Bungoma County.
Speaking during the funeral of his brother, the late James Wetangula, the Ford Kenya party leader addressed the outcome and took a direct swipe at Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya.
Wetangula acknowledged that the by-election results were disappointing and had left many of his supporters worried about the party’s standing in the region.
However, he urged his followers not to lose hope, insisting that politics is a long journey marked by both wins and losses. He emphasized that one election should not be used to define the political future of Western Kenya leaders.
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In his remarks, Wetangula cautioned Natembeya and his allies against what he described as divisive political rhetoric. He specifically criticized the frequent use of the slogan “Tawe,” saying leaders should stop shouting slogans and instead focus on working together for the development of the Western Kenya bloc.
According to the Speaker, constant political chest-thumping only fuels division and slows down progress in the region.
Wetangula further called on the Luhya community to embrace unity and support the current administration, arguing that cooperation with the national government would guarantee development projects and better representation.
He revealed that Western Kenya leaders are already thinking beyond the next election cycle, with a long-term plan aimed at producing a strong regional candidate in the 2032 General Election.
The Speaker’s comments have sparked mixed reactions, with some viewing them as a call for unity, while others interpret them as a strategic response to growing competition in the region.
As political realignments continue to take shape, Wetangula’s message signals a renewed push for cohesion and long-term planning within the Western Kenya political landscape.
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