Political Parties Liaison Committee demands dialogue on brutality and corruption
By Aloys Michael, July 11, 2025The Political Parties Liaison Committee (PPLC) has urged political leaders and citizens to embrace national dialogue as a means to resolve the growing unrest caused by police brutality, corruption, and economic hardships.
The move comes days after the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Leader, Raila Odinga, proposed an intergenerational dialogue to deliberate on issues raised by the Gen Z youths.
In a joint statement released on Friday, July 11, 2025, PPLC vice-chairperson Christopher Kilonzo and secretary Andrew Njoroge emphasised the urgent need for structured political conversations to avert chaos and uphold democratic order.
“Matters of police brutality and corruption that have triggered protests across the country are legitimate concerns. But we believe firmly that these issues can and should be resolved through open and inclusive dialogue,” Kilonzo said.
Their statement comes amid increasing political tensions and demonstrations in various parts of the country, largely fueled by discontent over governance failures and rising unemployment.
Kilonzo criticised political actors who oppose dialogue, warning that failure to engage constructively could push the country toward instability.
“One of the political party leaders has questioned the usefulness of national dialogue. But the question remains, if we don’t talk to each other, what is the alternative? Do we bend the Constitution? Remove someone from office through irregular means? What is the endgame—chaos, anarchy?” he posed.
The conclave
Njoroge reminded political players of the very origins of the PPLC, which was established in the aftermath of the 2007 post-election crisis to promote inter-party dialogue and prevent future political violence.
“We got into that crisis in 2007 because of the same things we are seeing again today. That is why this platform was created, to ensure political grievances are addressed through dialogue, not confrontation,” he said.
The PPLC reiterated that all registered political parties in Kenya are members of the committee and should use it as the official forum for engagement on national matters.
“Our work as the Political Parties Liaison Committee is to provide a platform for dialogue in the political space,” Kilonzo asserted.
“Everyone issuing statements or taking political stands should, at the very least, come back to the table with us. We must not repeat the mistakes of the past.”
As tensions rise across the country, the PPLC is urging President William Ruto and other leaders from all sides to commit to the rule of law, institutional processes, and peaceful negotiations in addressing national challenges.
“Let critics understand, there is no shortcut. Dialogue is the way forward,” he said.