National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has called on politicians in Western Kenya to stop engaging in confrontational politics during funerals, emphasizing that such behavior tarnishes the reputation of the Mulembe nation. Wetangula made these remarks as he led Members of Parliament (MPs) in paying tribute to the late Malava legislator, Hon. Malulu Injendi, at his funeral.
Speaking during the service, Wetangula expressed concern over the growing trend of political wrangling at funerals, where politicians often battle for political supremacy, causing unnecessary chaos and disrupting the solemnity of the occasion. He pointed out that such actions not only disrespect the deceased but also inflict emotional and financial harm on grieving families.
“Funerals should be a time for reflection, unity, and support for the family in their time of loss. Political battles should not be fought in such a setting,” Wetangula stated. “When we engage in this confrontational politics, we not only disrespect the deceased but also leave a trail of destruction that is costly to the family and the community.”
The Speaker went on to remind his fellow leaders that political influence and power will not be earned through such actions. Instead, he called on politicians to focus on comforting the bereaved families and helping them through their difficult time. “We must respect the dead and honor the grieving families, instead of adding to their pain with unnecessary political noise,” Wetangula added.
With the Malava constituency currently unrepresented in Parliament due to the late Hon. Injendi's passing, Wetangula reassured the residents that their needs would continue to be addressed. He assured them that the projects initiated by the late legislator, including bursaries and NG-CDF-funded initiatives, would be pursued to ensure no disruptions in service delivery.
Wetangula also announced that Ikolomani MP Bernard Shinali would take charge of the Malava constituency office and work in close consultation with him to ensure that programs spearheaded by Hon. Injendi, particularly those benefiting the community, would continue without interruption.
The Speaker’s commitment to ensuring continuity for the people of Malava came as a response to concerns that the delay in the establishment of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) would leave the constituency without representation for an extended period.
The funeral was attended by a number of notable figures, including Prime Cabinet Secretary Hon. Musalia Mudavadi, Bungoma County Governor H.E Kenneth Lusaka, as well as senior National and County government officers, who also paid their respects to the late Hon. Malulu Injendi.
In his closing remarks, Wetangula emphasized the importance of political leaders working together for the greater good of the people, urging a focus on service delivery and collaboration, rather than division and confrontation.
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