"ACTION NOT DIALOGUE." WIPER PARTY LEADER KALONZO MUSYOKA SAYS


"ACTION NOT DIALOGUE." WIPER PARTY LEADER KALONZO MUSYOKA SAYS

By John Toris

NAIROBI, KENYA Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka says Kenya is now on a turning following the recent demonstrations by the Gen-Z, adding that the protests were in the best interests of all Kenyans. Speaking this afternoon at the Wiper Center in Nairobi, Kalonzo said the Gen Z revolution in Kenya has brought about significant changes in the country’s governance. The also noted that the selfless actions of the youth led to the withdrawal of the antipeople Finance Bill 2024 by the Ruto regime. However, this victory came at a high cost, with 42 young men and women losing their lives during protests and over 300 others sustaining injuries from police brutality.

"Kenya's Gen Z have transformed the country’s governance forever. They have been selfless and their peaceful protests and demonstrations were in the best interests of all Kenyans. They have been pursuing a just cause." Kalonzo said. 


 PHOTO: Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka addressing the media today in Nairobi

The Wiper Democratic Movement has called for the resignation of Inspector General of Police Japeth Koome and Nairobi Regional Commander Adamson Bungei for their role in the violence against protesters. The party also demands a public apology from the government and compensation for the families of the deceased.

"The sheer brutality unleashed by the Inspector General of Police Japeth Koome and his force, in an attempt to silence Gen Z was unacceptable and unforgivable. Wiper Democratic Movement demands that IG Koome and Nairobi Regional Commander Adamson Bungei resign from office and accept responsibility for the deaths, injuries, hijackings, and abductions of hundreds of young people, some of whom remain unaccounted for." Kalonzo further said. 

Further, Dr Musyoka has urged President Ruto to address the grievances of the Gen Z revolution and called for the dissolution of Parliament and a snap election. He also emphasized the need for action rather than dialogue in addressing the issues faced by the youth.

Wiper Democratic Movement has also taken disciplinary action against party members who went against the party’s position on the Finance Bill. Deputy Party Leader Farah Maalim has been de-whipped from all committees in Parliament and may face expulsion from the party.

The Gen Z revolution has sparked a new era of activism and change in Kenya, with the youth demanding accountability and justice from the government. It remains to be seen how the government will respond to these demands and whether the country will see real change as a result of the Gen Z movement.

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