By Nelson Musungu, Bungoma
Saboti MP Caleb Amisi and his Bumula counterpart Jack Wamboka have called on National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula and Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi to retire from active politics and allow a new generation of leaders to steer the Western Kenya region’s development agenda.
Speaking at Kimaeti Primary School in Bumula during a women empowerment forum, the two youthful legislators delivered five 100-seater tents and 500 chairs to various community groups including Sawa CBO, Mulembe Women Group, Mwiyenga Nyota, and Sirende Muungano.
Wamboka accused Wetang’ula and Mudavadi of stalling progress in the region by holding onto power for too long.
“It’s time for the old guards to retire and allow young, energetic leaders like us to drive development in Western Kenya,” said Wamboka.
He further alleged that Speaker Wetang’ula is working behind the scenes to undermine his political career ahead of the 2027 elections by backing his opponent, former Bumula MP Mwambu Mabonga.
“Wetang’ula, you can plan all you want, but you won’t bring me down. My strength comes from the people,” Wamboka asserted, adding that his focus remains on empowering constituents rather than engaging in political duels.
Amisi echoed Wamboka’s sentiments, urging the veteran leaders to step aside for a new crop of visionary leaders.
“We respect their contribution over the years, but the truth is, their time is up. They should exit the political stage and let fresh, vibrant leaders shape the region’s future,” Amisi said.
Amisi, a fierce critic of the Kenya Kwanza government, also hit out at President William Ruto’s aide Farouk Kibet, accusing him of using handouts to sway Western Kenya voters under the guise of empowerment.
“Take their money if you must, but remember where your loyalty lies. We don’t want endless harambees. We want real development—good roads, quality universities, modern schools, and well-equipped hospitals,” he said.
The Saboti MP also reaffirmed his support for the “Wantam” slogan—a popular opposition mantra advocating to limit President Ruto to one term.
Both lawmakers condemned the rising cases of abductions and extrajudicial killings targeting young people, calling on the government to act swiftly.
“We are tired of burying our youth who are killed or disappear under unclear circumstances. This culture of silencing the youth must end,” Wamboka said.
Amisi added that the state must uphold the constitutional rights of all citizens, especially the youth who often lead the call for accountability and better governance.
