National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has once again urged investigative authorities to act decisively, calling for prompt investigations into the violence that marred the June 25, 2025, protests.

Speaking out against those he said hijacked peaceful demonstrations to carry out looting, sexual assaults, and even murder, Wetang’ula, in a statement shared via his official social media channels on Sunday, June 29, 2025, emphasised that such actions cannot be excused under the banner of protest.

He added that while the constitution protects the right to protest, it should be within the law and peacefully.

“I reiterated the urgent call to investigative authorities to take swift action against individuals who hijacked recent protests to commit acts of violence, looting, sexual assault, and even murder. While the Constitution protects the right to demonstrate, it must be exercised lawfully and peacefully,” Wetang’ula’s statement reads.

“Let us all commit to safeguarding peace, promoting justice, and working together for a better, more united Kenya.”

Wetang’uls on critics

The speaker further appealed to Kenyans for patience and understanding, highlighting ongoing Kenya Kwanza’s efforts aimed at uplifting the lives of Kenyans.

“On the growing criticism directed at H.E. President William Ruto and the Kenya Kwanza administration, I appealed for patience and understanding, highlighting ongoing efforts aimed at uplifting the lives of Kenyans,” he said.

Wetang’ula on security

The former senator, who was presiding over a fundraiser for the construction of St Mark Longewan Catholic Church in Samburu West Constituency at the invitation of area MP Naisula Lesuuda, urged residents to live in harmony with their neighbours.

According to Wetang’ula, without peace, the constituency will lack essential services.

“Without peace and security, development remains a distant dream, schools cannot function, and businesses cannot flourish. The persistent insecurity in Samburu and the neighbouring counties is a matter of national concern that demands urgent and decisive action,” he urged.

“One of the measures we have taken is the creation of Samburu West Sub-County, an important administrative step that will bring critical government and security services closer to the people. This move is part of a broader strategy to restore peace and spur development in the region.”

“Peaceful coexistence is the foundation of any meaningful progress. I also cautioned against interpreting political debates and disagreements as personal enmity.”

Without peace and security, development remains a distant dream, schools cannot function, and businesses cannot flourish.

The persistent insecurity in Samburu and the neighboring counties is a matter of national concern that demands urgent and decisive action.

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— Rt.Hon.Dr.Moses Wetang'ula (@HonWetangula) June 29, 2025