NCIC Summons Governor Over Raila Odinga’s Death Remarks

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NCIC Summons Governor Over Raila Odinga’s Death Remarks

Gideon Barasa October 22, 2025

The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has summoned Nyeri Governor Dr. Mutahi Kahiga to address remarks about the late Raila Odinga, following a press statement released on October 22.

The summons comes amid a national mourning period for Raila Odinga, who died on October 15, 2025, at age 80 in India.

NCIC Chairman Dr. Samuel Kobia warned that the commission will take “firm and lawful action” against anyone making provocative utterances, regardless of rank or political affiliation.

The statement appeals to Kenyans for “calm, tolerance, and unity” during this period, urging leaders to avoid divisive rhetoric that threatens national stability.

President William Ruto had announced seven days of national mourning and visited Odinga’s home, showing the late leader’s legacy as a champion of democracy.

Kahiga, who resigned as Vice Chairperson of the Council of Governors, issued an apology to Odinga’s family, stating his remarks were personal and not reflective of the Mount Kenya region.

Kahiga’s remarks has created public outrage across the country.

Also Read:Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga Resigns

What ODM Said About Kahiga’s Remarks

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party condemned those remarks and further banned Rigathi Gachagua for visiting Bondo.

Gachagua had earlier planned to visit Bondo where slain Former PM Raila Odinga was buried to pay his last respect and condole with the family.

“We heard that Gachagua and his team plan to visit the home of our party leader, the late Raila Odinga. We are urging him—please, don’t step in Bondo,” Gladys Wanga stated.

What Opposition Leaders Said About Kahiga’s Remarks

United opposition leaders condemned Mutahi remarks and distancing themselves to be associated with them.

However, they said Kahiga was elected as governor with the ticket of United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party, that is led by Ruto therefore UDA should offer public apology after Kahiga’s reckless sentiments.

Also Read:Mutahi Kahiga Profile: Background, Education, Net Worth & Family

Kahiga’s Remarks That Sparked Public Outrage

According to Kahiga, the handshake between Raila and Ruto shifted development projects to Nyanza region marginalizing Mt Kenya region.

“You guys can see, you can see what had been planned, but God brought something up. Now it’s total confusion. Everybody can see that. We did not harbor hate for anyone, but God came through for us. Because the plan that had been hatched, if you look keenly, for you who do not travel, because I was in that region, all goodies were being directed there because of tomorrow’s plan, because it seemed like they did away with us but God came and brought this thing,” he stated.

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