February 9, 2025
Governor Natembeya Details Why Western Numbers Can Validate Region's Development

Governor Natembeya Details Why Western Numbers Can Validate Region’s Development

Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has called for unity within the Luhya community, urging them to use their numbers to gain a stronger voice in national politics.

Speaking at the Mulembe People’s Assembly, Kakamega Edition, Natembeya praised the attendees for putting the community’s interests first.

“We have come to our headquarters to discuss the issues of our community. I want to thank all of you for leaving your responsibilities and coming here so that we can talk.”

Natembeya’s speech emphasized the need for the Luhya community to reflect and evaluate its political strategy.

He emphasized the community’s large population, accusing them of failing to unite and vote as a bloc.

“Our people, I want us to think about a lot of things as the Mulembe Community, a community that is position two in terms of population in Kenya.

“We need to ask ourselves where we are when the decisions of the nation are made. Where is the voice for representing the Mulembe Nation?” he posed.

He questioned why the Luhya community, despite its size, has been unable to secure its rightful place at the national negotiating table.

“Politics is about numbers. As a community, how have we used our numbers? We could be the ones making decisions if we maximise on our numbers,” he stated.

“How come as the second community with the highest population, we cannot even get closer to the presidency? The fifth community has gone before us, the second community is just a spectator.”

Natembeya criticized the community’s historical voting patterns, which he believes have not resulted in tangible benefits, plunging the region into avoidable political problems.

“The habit of voting for other people and when they succeed, they forget about us. We are saying no,” the Trans Nzoia governor explained.

“The majority leader Kimani Ichungwah allocated Ksh1 billion to roads in the Kikuyu constituency. It is not a mistake. They have powers. For us, we were given Ksh200 million to be shared among 5 counties because we don’t have power.”

He emphasized the value of negotiation and political strategy, citing recent cabinet appointments as proof of the need for a united front.

However, the county manager clarified that the community cannot participate in negotiations unless their numbers are consolidated.

“If people don’t sit down and talk when the president dissolved the Cabinet, he remained with Musalia Mudavadi and the deputy president because he cannot just be fired like that,” he said.

“When the Cabinet Secretaries were nominated afresh, the deputy president got almost seven positions.”

Natembeya called for a concerted effort to alter the political landscape in the upcoming 2027 election.

“Our fate will be decided in 2027. If we don’t get it right this time around, we are completely done,” Natembeya reiterated.

“We are not against Oparanya’s nomination, let him bring whatever he will get, but in the future, we are the ones to give out these positions.”

He concluded by encouraging the community to register to vote and actively participate in the electoral process.

Governor Natembeya Details Why Western Numbers Can Validate Region’s Development

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