National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has called on the peope of Western Kenya to embrace unity as the region positions itself politically ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Speaking on Friday at Chekalini Chiefs Ground in Lugari Constituency, Kakamega County, during a Women Economic Empowerment Program hosted by area MP Nabii Nabwera, Wetang’ula underscored the importance of solidarity in advancing the community’s interests nationally.
“The Western region must speak in one united voice. We have come a long way in the leadership of this country,” said Wetang’ula, adding that the Speakership—his current role—is the third-highest office in the nation and should not be underestimated.
The Speaker urged the people of Kakamega and the broader Western region to remain steadfast in supporting President William Ruto’s government, noting that ongoing projects in road infrastructure, electricity connectivity, and the revival of sugar factories will significantly spur local development.
“Our farmers must be paid fairly and on time for their sugarcane, and our factories must run efficiently to benefit the region,” he remarked.
Wetang’ula also stressed the need for civic education and mobilization to ensure residents acquire national identity cards and register with the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to strengthen their political voice.
He assured locals of continued collaboration with key leaders from the region, including Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi and Cooperatives and MSMEs Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya, to champion Western Kenya’s development agenda.
The event, which was attended by leaders from the region, emphasized women’s empowerment as a cornerstone of inclusive development. Wangwe hailed the program as a crucial step in uplifting women and building stronger, more resilient communities.
