Jubilee Deputy Party Leader Fred Matiang’i has condemned the attack on Ichuni Ward Member of County Assembly Wycliffe Siocha in Kisii County.

In a statement on his X account on Friday, June 5, 2026, Matiang’i said the assault on the MCA is not only an attack on an elected leader but also an affront to constitutional freedoms and the principles that hold the country together.

He described the incident as cowardly and a serious threat to Kenya’s democratic values.

“I strongly condemn the cowardly and unfortunate attack on Wycliffe Siocha, the Member of County Assembly for Ichuni Ward in Kisii County. This act of violence is not only an attack on an elected leader but also an assault on the democratic values and constitutional freedom that bind us together as a nation,” he said.

Freedom rights

He warned that violence, intimidation, and lawlessness have no place in Kenya’s democracy, stressing that all leaders, regardless of political affiliation, must be allowed to serve their constituents without fear of harassment or physical harm.

“Political differences must always be resolved through dialogue, debate, and the democratic process, not through violence,” he added.

Matiang’i called on security and investigative agencies to move with speed, conduct thorough investigations, and ensure those responsible are arrested and prosecuted. He cautioned that failure to act would only deepen impunity and weaken public trust in state institutions.

“I therefore call upon all relevant investigative and security agencies to act on this matter immediately, conduct thorough investigations, apprehend those responsible, and ensure they are held fully accountable under the law,” he said.

“As we approach a critical period in our nation’s political journey, I urge all leaders and citizens to reject political intolerance and uphold peace, respect, and the rule of law.”