Laikipia Women Rep Jane Kagiri hits back at Gachagua over Samburu operation remarks

Laikipia County Woman Representative Jane Kagiri has cautioned politicians against stoking tribal tensions in the region ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking to Kameme TV on Friday, Kagiri urged residents to maintain the harmonious coexistence that has defined the county despite political differences. She emphasized that after the election, communities would continue living and working together regardless of the candidates or parties they back.

Kagiri recalled feeling unsettled when someone attempted to dictate how her constituents should live and whom they should serve, stating that this crossed a line for her. She stressed that the 2027 election should not turn residents against each other, noting that the political season is only a brief period, and life will resume as usual afterward.

Kagiri highlighted Laikipia’s diversity in ethnic and linguistic groups as a testament to the close interactions between communities. She pointed out that residents often adapt their communication to accommodate different backgrounds, and this should not be disrupted by political competition. Kagiri questioned why political leaders involve ordinary residents in their personal conflicts, arguing that communities should be allowed to maintain the relationships they have built irrespective of election outcomes.

She urged voters to make their own political decisions without external pressure or being coerced into supporting specific candidates or parties. Kagiri’s warnings come amid growing political activity as leaders vie for support across the country, but her message centers on preserving the relationships among Laikipia residents beyond the election day.