A group of clergy members from Kisii, under the Kisii County Clergy Forum, has called on Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to seek reconciliation with President William Ruto amidst the rising political tensions in Kenya.

They urged Gachagua to extend an olive branch to the President to ease the heightened political climate.

PHOTO | COURTESY President Ruto and DP Rigathi Gachagua

Speaking in Kisii and Nairobi, the clergy warned that the ongoing push for Gachagua's impeachment—backed by 291 MPs—could further divide the nation. They emphasized the need for calm and a peaceful resolution between the two leaders.

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One of the clergy members, Peter Morwabe, reminded the Deputy President that he served under the President and encouraged him to initiate a dialogue.

Another clergyman, James Ondigo, warned against a divisive path, stating that a fallout between the two leaders would negatively affect the country.

The religious leaders also advised Gachagua not to contest the impeachment in court, arguing that it could escalate the situation.

PHOTO | COURTESY  DP Rigathi Gachagua

Bakari Douglas urged both leaders to prioritize the country's interests and resolve their differences for national unity.

Public hearings on the motion for Gachagua’s removal are scheduled at the Kisii Agricultural Training Centre, with additional sessions planned in Nyeri at the Cultural Hall. Residents in Nyeri voiced their concerns, with some suggesting that if one leader must go, both should step down.

In a related development, a former National Intelligence Service officer from Kirinyaga County has filed an urgent case in the High Court in Kerugoya, challenging Gachagua over his remarks about NIS Director Noordin Haji.