Njuri Ncheke elders caution leaders against public insults

Njuri Ncheke elders caution leaders against public insults

The Njuri Ncheke Council of Elders has castigated political leaders who are members of the council for throwing about insults, saying they would be forced to pay a hefty fine.

Speaking to the press, Maara District Chairman Jonatham Kangori regretted that the leaders were insulting each other publically despite being aware of the council’s code of ethics.

According to the rules of the council, leaders should sort out their differences amicably by involving elders.

On his part, National Treasurer Mwamba Rukangu stated that the council would engage the errant leaders to find a mutual understanding, adding that anyone who will go against their code of conduct will be disowned.

The remarks come a few days after Meru Governor Peter Munya and Igembe South MP Mithika Linturi accused Njuri Ncheke elders of overstepping their mandate by engaging in politics for selfish gain.

The two leaders were reacting to a statement by Njuri Ncheke Council of Elders Chairman Paul Ethinkia and Secretary General Phares Rutere, warning politicians against drawing the region out of Jubilee.

“If somebody desires to sell himself, he should not do so in the name of the Ameru people. If one is a leader in Njuri Ncheke, he should not seek private gain in the name of the Meru community.”

“Meru County has elected leaders who are mandated to inquire about development, Njuri Ncheke elders should focus on boundary disputes, not politics” Munya said.

Expressing similar sentiments, Linturi, who is the chairman of Meru MPs forum, termed those opposing the Meru political leaders forum push for more resources from the government as political brokers out to cash in on imaginary political differences.

“The political brokers should know that when we ask for more tarmac roads and water, it is not for our personal advantage. If somebody wishes to represent the Meru people, let them drop off self-imposed positions and vie in the General Election.”

“When elected leaders speak, we speak with authority from Meru people,” said Linturi.

 

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Igembe South MP Mithika Linturi Meru Governor Peter Munya. Maara District Chairman Jonatham Kangori Njuri Ncheke Council of Elders Chairman Paul Ethinkia

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