• Wetang’ula cautioned that the Hamas-Israel war is a ticking time bomb that could spread to other parts of the world.
• He said the war has potential repercussions for Kenya and beyond, including the rise of other organized groups causing havoc.
Image: MOSES WETANG'ULA
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has appealed to world leaders to intervene and put an end to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.
Wetang'ula urged both parties to seek an amicable solution and respect human rights in their pursuit for peace.
Speaking on Sunday at St Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Kabuchai constituency, the Speaker expressed concern over potential global impact of the war, including its effect on Kenya's cost of living.
Wetang'ula was presiding over a fundraising event for a church construction project.
"As a leader and a former Kenyan Foreign Affairs minister, I'm deeply concerned about the ongoing conflict between Hamas and Israel. We call upon the combatants to lay down their arms, engage in dialogue within the framework of international multilateral bodies like the United Nations, and work towards global peace," he said.
Wetang’ula cautioned that the Hamas-Israel war is a ticking time bomb that could spread to other parts of the world.
He said the war has potential repercussions for Kenya and beyond, including the rise of other organized groups causing havoc.
The Speaker further reassured the country that there is progress in the ongoing bipartisan talks at the Bomas of Kenya.
He stated his readiness to receive the report in Parliament and proceed according to the decisions reached by the Members of Parliament.
Wetang'ula mentioned that Bungoma Woman Rep Catherine Wambilianga is representing the Ford Kenya Party at the talks.
On the upcoming National examinations, the Speaker called for support for all candidates and urged stakeholders in the education sector to ensure fairness during the assessment process.
He said those in the education sector should allow deserving students to receive their well-earned results.
Wetang'ula informed the residents of Chwele that the government has plans to construct a modern referral hospital in the Sichei area to enhance healthcare services.
He also spoke of plans to provide educational opportunities for institutions like Kibabii University, as well as create job opportunities.
The National Assembly speaker was accompanied by the Health Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha, area MP Majimbo Kalasinga, local MCAs, and leaders from the county government.