NCIC summons Homa Bay Town MP Kaluma over alleged hate speech
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 18— The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has summoned Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma over remarks he allegedly made during a political gathering in Homa…
The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has summoned Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma to appear before the commission in response to alleged hate speech during a political gathering in Homa Bay. The summons cites Sections 27, 29, and 63C, read together with Section 63E of the National Cohesion and Integration Act, which empower the NCIC to investigate and act against conduct that threatens national cohesion, including hate speech.
Kaluma allegedly made remarks calling for people perceived to be supporting the political opposition to be targeted, warning them to disappear, and suggesting inspection of hotels and houses for individuals associated with the opposing political side. The NCIC is responsible for promoting peaceful relations among communities and guarding against negative ethnicity, racism, religious intolerance, and hate speech.
Failure to appear could result in a warrant of arrest and possible criminal or contempt proceedings.
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