Nairobi: National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula led Western Region politicians to condole with the family of the former Likuyani Member of Parliament (MP), Dr. Enoch Wamalwa Kibunguchy. Speaking at his home at Seregeya Village on Monday, Wetangula said senior leaders from the Region have agreed to close ranks and unify the constituents ahead of the 2027 General Election.

According to Kenya News Agency, Wetangula hinted at a joint political initiative with Prime Cabinet Secretary and CS for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Musalia Mudavadi, Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya, and other leaders aimed at consolidating the community’s political influence at the national level. ‘If we are serious about uniting our people, we must first unite ourselves. That is why Mudavadi, Oparanya, and I have agreed to put words into action,’ he said.

The Speaker emphasized that the Luhya community can only command meaningful bargaining power in national politics if it speaks with one voice and votes as a bloc. He also highlighted development projects being implemented by President Ruto’s Administration in the Western region, including the resumption of construction works at the Kakamega Level Six Hospital and plans for a similar facility in Bungoma County.

The Speaker urged the residents to support President William Ruto’s government. Wetangula also mourned the deaths of two prominent Luhya leaders, former Lugari MP and Cabinet Minister Cyrus Jirongo and former MP Dr. Kibunguchy, both of whom passed away during this festive season.

Wetangula was accompanied by Kanduyi MP John Makali and Webuye East MP Martin Pepela, among others. He urged leaders and young people to maintain dignity during funerals, warning against chaos and political disorder at burial ceremonies. ‘Leaders who encourage disorder at funerals must stop this outdated behaviour and respect the dead and grieving families,’ he cautioned.