The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has called upon Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma to appear before it on August 19, 2026, following inflammatory remarks he made in Homa Bay County.
The summons, issued by NCIC Secretary and CEO Dr. Daniel Mutegi Giti, cites Sections 27, 29, and 63C of the National Cohesion and Integration Act. It references statements Kaluma made around August 15 that allegedly incited hostility towards individuals perceived to be aligned with opposition groups.
Content of the Remarks
According to the summons, Kaluma addressed a group of youths, urging them to take action against anyone suggesting a "one-term deal" for President William Ruto. He warned that those who had worked with opposition factions, even in minor roles, should "disappear," emphasizing that Homa Bay is an ODM stronghold and insisting on a two-term presidency for Ruto.
Consequences and Context
- The summons warns that failure to appear will lead to the issuance of an arrest warrant and possible criminal or contempt proceedings.
- The NCIC's move comes amid heightened tensions following violent clashes during the Linda Mwananchi tour in Homa Bay on August 16, involving Kaluma's supporters and teams linked to Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, Governor James Orengo, and MP Babu Owino.
- Kaluma had previously cautioned the visiting delegation against utilizing infrastructure projects funded by President Ruto's administration.
- He attributed the ensuing violence to provocations by the visiting team, who had reportedly declared they would defend themselves if attacked.
The NCIC is investigating Kaluma's conduct as part of efforts to promote national cohesion and prevent politically motivated violence in the region.
