Natembeya: We are going back to Homa Bay for Linda Mwananchi rallies
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has announced that the Linda Mwananchi movement will be heading back to Homa Bay despite the chaos that was witnessed during their Sunday tour of the county. Speaking during a press conference in Kitale, where he was accompanied by his fellow Linda Mwananchi-allied politicians led by Bumula Member of Parliament […]
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has confirmed the Linda Mwananchi movement's return to Homa Bay after a tumultuous tour of the county on Sunday, August 16, 2026. Despite the violent chaos witnessed, Natembeya asserted that the movement would not be deterred, emphasizing that their presence in Homa Bay is not an indication of fear or a no-go zone.
The governor noted that allowing fear to dictate their actions would set a detrimental precedent for other political players and potentially lead to election fraud. The Linda Mwananchi movement, which was led by Siaya Governor James Orengo, has vowed to sue Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja for accountability over the violence that occurred during their visit.
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has distanced itself from the unrest, expressing condolences for the injuries suffered by 10 police officers, one of whom died, and over 24 civilians who faced injuries ranging from minor to severe.
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