Jubilee Diaspora has condemned remarks made by Kapsaret MP Oscar Sudi, calling on the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) to investigate the legislator. The organisation stated that personal attacks against political leaders and their families undermine responsible political discourse and threaten national cohesion. This was after Sudi made remarks targeting retired President Uhuru Kenyatta and his family during a Women Empowerment Forum held on November 13, 2026.
The organisation expressed concern over the remarks, particularly those targeting the families of Kenya's First President, Mzee Jomo Kenyatta, and Fourth President, Uhuru Muigai Kenyatta. Jubilee Diaspora chairman Thomas Mwaura stated that while political competition is a legitimate aspect of democracy, it should not extend to personal attacks and insults. He emphasised that leaders should focus on criticising policies and presenting alternative ideas rather than engaging in personal vendettas.
Mwaura urged the NCIC to take appropriate action by investigating the remarks and ensuring that the law is applied without discrimination. He appealed to leaders within the broad-based government to exercise restraint and discourage personal attacks as the country approaches the 2027 General Election campaign season. This, he said, would help maintain a responsible and issue-based political discourse.
The organisation emphasised that democratic competition should allow robust political disagreements without degenerating into personal abuse. Jubilee Diaspora stated that Kenya deserves a campaign centred on the economy, employment, the cost of living, healthcare, education, national unity, and opportunities for young people. This, they believe, would help shift the focus from personal attacks to policy-based discussions.
Mwaura also highlighted the importance of leadership being demonstrated through the quality of ideas, policies, and solutions offered to Kenyans, rather than insults and personal vendettas. He stressed that political leaders should prioritise presenting policies and solutions to the challenges facing Kenyans. This approach, he believes, would help build a more issue-based and responsible political discourse.
The 2027 General Election campaign season is approaching, and Jubilee Diaspora is advocating for a more responsible and issue-based political discourse. The organisation believes that by focusing on policy-based discussions, leaders can help build a more cohesive and issue-based political environment. This, they hope, will help reduce personal attacks and promote a more respectful political discourse.
Jubilee Diaspora's call for the NCIC to investigate Oscar Sudi's remarks is part of a broader effort to promote responsible political discourse in Kenya. The organisation hopes that the NCIC will take action and ensure that the law is upheld without fear or favour. By doing so, they believe that Kenya can build a more issue-based and responsible political environment that prioritises the needs and challenges of its citizens.
Key points
- Jubilee Diaspora has called on the NCIC to investigate Oscar Sudi over remarks targeting Uhuru Kenyatta and his family.
- The organisation emphasised that personal attacks have no place in responsible political discourse.
- Jubilee Diaspora advocates for a more issue-based and responsible political discourse in the 2027 General Election campaign season.
