Kalonzo Warns Against Retaliation, Urges calm after Tseikuru killings
NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 30 – Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has issued a stern call for restraint and immediate dialogue following a “painful and deeply troubling” attack in Tseikuru, Kitui County, that left seven people dead.
While speaking at a press conference in Nairobi, the former Vice president condemned the attack in Kwa Kamari that left 7 people dead, describing it as unprecedented and deeply troubling.
“What happened in Tseikuru is painful, unacceptable and deeply troubling Seven lives lost in broad daylight is not just a tragedy, it is a wake-up call to all of us,” Kalonzo said.
He cautioned communities against revenge attacks, urging them to prioritise peace despite the anger and grief.
“Retaliatory attacks must stop immediately, Revenge will not bring back those we have lost. It will only deepen the wounds and push us further into a cycle of violence that benefits no one,” he added.
Additionally, Kalonzo commended Kitui Governor Julius Malombe and Garissa Governor Nathif Jama Adam for working together to seek a solution, alongside Kitui Senator Enoch Wambua and Garissa Senator Abdul Haji, who are meeting to address the crisis.
He urged elders from both communities to engage in dialogue, stressing that lasting peace will come through understanding and leadership at the grassroots level.
“I encourage wazee from both communities to come together, sit down and speak openly, because lasting peace will come from dialogue, understanding and leadership at the community level,” he said.
“I remain in communication with leaders from both sides, ready to join them on the ground in Mwingi so we can sit together with all stakeholders and find a lasting solution to this crisis.”
The remarks come as the government deployed specialised security teams to Tseikuru and neighbouring Ukasi following the attacks that heightened tension in the area.
General Service Unit and Rapid Deployment Unit have been deployed to boost security and escort vehicles along the Mwingi–Garissa Road as investigations continue.
The National Police Service (NPS) in a statement said the incidents were isolated acts carried out by a few individuals and should not be used to divide communities that have coexisted peacefully for years.
“We must be unequivocal: these are isolated criminal acts perpetrated by a few individuals within our communities,” reads the statement.
The police appealed to residents of Tseikuru, Ukasi and neighbouring areas to remain calm and continue with their lawful activities as operations continue.
