'Come Slowly, Woria!' – Gathoni Wamuchomba's Powerful Response to Aden Duale
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| Photo Collage/Wamuchomba & Duale |
Wamuchomba had this to say :
My senior Cs Aden Duale, you are out of order!
Accept the reality that UDA was squrely defeated in Olkalau.Trying to attack Uhuru Kenyatta to cover the shame and calling Him Mkabila is purely defeatist.
You should be the last person to brand Uhuru Mkabila !
You were his Majority Leader in 2013 to 2022 in Parliament as a somali Mp appointed by Uhuru Kenyatta ! Ooh tell us , for 10 years you didn't know he was mkabila?
You were the most arrogant ML Kenya ever had !
The same arrogance is Messing Rutos presidency today. Unfortunately let me remind you ,Olkalau is Mlima .
Come slowly woria !
The dispute began after CS Aden Duale reacted to the Ol Kalou by-election outcome. During his remarks, Duale questioned the political direction taken by voters in the Mt. Kenya region and also criticised former President Uhuru Kenyatta. He referred to Uhuru as "Mkabila," a statement that generated widespread criticism from leaders allied to the region. His comments also suggested that tribal politics had influenced the election results, prompting sharp reactions from several politicians.
Wamuchomba strongly rejected Duale's remarks, arguing that the people of Mt. Kenya made their decision freely and democratically. She maintained that reducing the election outcome to ethnic politics was both unfair and dangerous. According to the MP, leaders should accept the verdict of voters instead of attacking communities whenever election results are unfavourable.
In another strongly worded statement shared on her social media platforms, Wamuchomba directly addressed the Cabinet Secretary. She told Duale that he was out of order for attacking former President Uhuru Kenyatta after serving closely with him for nearly a decade. She reminded him that he was appointed Majority Leader during Uhuru's administration despite being elected as a Member of Parliament from another region.
The Githunguri legislator questioned why Duale had remained silent throughout Uhuru's presidency if he genuinely believed the former Head of State deserved the criticism now being directed at him. She argued that his latest comments appeared politically motivated and were only being made after political alliances had shifted.
According to Wamuchomba, the same style of leadership and political arrogance she associated with Duale during his time as Majority Leader is now creating challenges for President William Ruto's administration. She insisted that the Ol Kalou by-election should serve as a wake-up call instead of an opportunity to blame entire communities.
The MP further reminded the Cabinet Secretary that Ol Kalou lies within the Mt. Kenya region and urged him to approach the area and its residents with greater respect. Her message ended with a warning that political leaders should avoid provoking voters through inflammatory statements.
In another lengthy post, Wamuchomba escalated her criticism by responding to comments allegedly made by Ngamia Master, who she accused of attempting to intimidate her through private WhatsApp messages. She declared that she would not be intimidated and challenged anyone attempting to engage her in what she described as political games based on exaggerated numbers.
The legislator dismissed claims regarding political support and insisted that the Mt. Kenya region commands a far greater voting bloc than critics suggest. She argued that attempts to downplay the region's electoral influence would not succeed and maintained that the mountain remains one of Kenya's most decisive political voting blocs.
Wamuchomba also defended her own political record, pointing to the large number of votes she helped mobilise during previous elections. She contrasted this with what she described as leaders who won office with relatively small vote margins but later behaved as though they controlled the country's political future.
She also criticised what she called growing political arrogance within government circles. According to the MP, some leaders have forgotten that leadership is entrusted by citizens and should not be used to threaten or belittle other Kenyans.
The Githunguri MP further claimed that the people of Mt. Kenya would not bow to intimidation or accept what she termed divisive political rhetoric. She maintained that the region deserves equal treatment and should not be punished for exercising its democratic rights during elections.
Another major issue raised by Wamuchomba involved the Social Health Authority (SHA). She questioned decisions affecting funding for several private hospitals within the Mt. Kenya region, suggesting that the policy may disadvantage thousands of residents who rely on those facilities for healthcare services.
She argued that if government officials believe they have evidence supporting their claims against critics, they should present it openly in court instead of making public accusations without proof. According to her, transparency and accountability are essential in maintaining public confidence.
The MP also called for investigations into allegations concerning the management of Kenyatta University Referral Hospital. She claimed that Kenyans deserve answers regarding concerns over public healthcare management and urged authorities to allow independent investigations if necessary.
Throughout her statements, Wamuchomba repeatedly insisted that the Mt. Kenya community is not seeking favours from anyone but simply expects fairness, respect and equal treatment under the law. She said communities should never be collectively blamed whenever political disagreements arise.
The exchange has further intensified political tensions between leaders allied to different factions within Kenya's political landscape. Analysts say the dispute reflects the growing competition for influence in the Mt. Kenya region as leaders begin positioning themselves ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Supporters of Wamuchomba have praised her for openly defending the interests of her constituents and challenging remarks they consider offensive to the region. Meanwhile, supporters of the government argue that political leaders should focus on development rather than exchanging personal attacks.
The disagreement has also reignited debate over the role of senior government officials when commenting on politically sensitive issues. Some observers believe Cabinet Secretaries should exercise caution in public statements to avoid escalating regional tensions, while others argue that politicians must be prepared for criticism in a competitive democratic environment.
Despite the heated rhetoric, the political contest surrounding the Ol Kalou by-election continues to dominate public discussion. Both government supporters and opposition voices have used the outcome to strengthen their respective political narratives.
As the debate continues, many Kenyans are calling for leaders to lower political temperatures and focus on national unity. Whether the exchange between Gathoni Wamuchomba and Aden Duale ends with further political confrontation or opens space for constructive dialogue remains to be seen. For now, the Ol Kalou by-election has evolved from a local contest into a national political conversation, with the sharp war of words between the Githunguri MP and the Cabinet Secretary becoming one of its biggest talking points.n another strongly worded statement shared on her social media platforms, Wamuchomba directly addressed the Cabinet Secretary. She told Duale that he was out of order for attacking former President Uhuru Kenyatta after serving closely with him for nearly a decade. She reminded him that he was appointed Majority Leader during Uhuru's administration despite being elected as a Member of Parliament from another region.
The Githunguri legislator questioned why Duale had remained silent throughout Uhuru's presidency if he genuinely believed the former Head of State deserved the criticism now being directed at him. She argued that his latest comments appeared politically motivated and were only being made after political alliances had shifted.
According to Wamuchomba, the same style of leadership and political arrogance she associated with Duale during his time as Majority Leader is now creating challenges for President William Ruto's administration. She insisted that the Ol Kalou by-election should serve as a wake-up call instead of an opportunity to blame entire communities.
The MP further reminded the Cabinet Secretary that Ol Kalou lies within the Mt. Kenya region and urged him to approach the area and its residents with greater respect. Her message ended with a warning that political leaders should avoid provoking voters through inflammatory statements.
In another lengthy post, Wamuchomba escalated her criticism by responding to comments allegedly made by Ngamia Master, who she accused of attempting to intimidate her through private WhatsApp messages. She declared that she would not be intimidated and challenged anyone attempting to engage her in what she described as political games based on exaggerated numbers.
The legislator dismissed claims regarding political support and insisted that the Mt. Kenya region commands a far greater voting bloc than critics suggest. She argued that attempts to downplay the region's electoral influence would not succeed and maintained that the mountain remains one of Kenya's most decisive political voting blocs.
Wamuchomba also defended her own political record, pointing to the large number of votes she helped mobilise during previous elections. She contrasted this with what she described as leaders who won office with relatively small vote margins but later behaved as though they controlled the country's political future.
She also criticised what she called growing political arrogance within government circles. According to the MP, some leaders have forgotten that leadership is entrusted by citizens and should not be used to threaten or belittle other Kenyans.
The Githunguri MP further claimed that the people of Mt. Kenya would not bow to intimidation or accept what she termed divisive political rhetoric. She maintained that the region deserves equal treatment and should not be punished for exercising its democratic rights during elections.
Another major issue raised by Wamuchomba involved the Social Health Authority (SHA). She questioned decisions affecting funding for several private hospitals within the Mt. Kenya region, suggesting that the policy may disadvantage thousands of residents who rely on those facilities for healthcare services.
She argued that if government officials believe they have evidence supporting their claims against critics, they should present it openly in court instead of making public accusations without proof. According to her, transparency and accountability are essential in maintaining public confidence.
Gathoni Wamuchomba:You Ngamia Master should not attempt to engage me in a game of numbers again, and, don't intimidate me on my WhatsApp again. I will smoke you out like a burukenge!
That 3 million votes you are insiniuating we mlima only have is 1,000 times what you arrogant woria alleges to control.
For your information you are daring an MP who garnered 924,000 votes from one county in 2017, na 2027 je?
Remember you were voted by only 6,000 votes and just because you got a favour from our very own son President Uhuru Kenyatta to become Majoirity Leade, unatuona madondo? Sasa umemea maskio kubwa ya madharau?
We are not beggars in this country and we are not going to kneel before you and stupidly nod to your divisive rhetorics. Please spare us the sickening pride you have you woria!
I'm now interpreting the motive behind SHA defunding almost all private hospitals in our region so that you slow us down and deny us the priviledges!
And since you started this, take me to court!
We want to hear evidence of how you and the "woria cousin" you fixed at the KU Referal Hospital have looted our KU hospital so that the mountaineers can suffer.
Niendelee?
Maskio ya bye bye itolewe wax kwanza isikie vile niko na bile !
Nyenje promax !
Nipewe ice sasa."
The MP also called for investigations into allegations concerning the management of Kenyatta University Referral Hospital. She claimed that Kenyans deserve answers regarding concerns over public healthcare management and urged authorities to allow independent investigations if necessary.
Throughout her statements, Wamuchomba repeatedly insisted that the Mt. Kenya community is not seeking favours from anyone but simply expects fairness, respect and equal treatment under the law. She said communities should never be collectively blamed whenever political disagreements arise.
The exchange has further intensified political tensions between leaders allied to different factions within Kenya's political landscape. Analysts say the dispute reflects the growing competition for influence in the Mt. Kenya region as leaders begin positioning themselves ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Supporters of Wamuchomba have praised her for openly defending the interests of her constituents and challenging remarks they consider offensive to the region. Meanwhile, supporters of the government argue that political leaders should focus on development rather than exchanging personal attacks.
The disagreement has also reignited debate over the role of senior government officials when commenting on politically sensitive issues. Some observers believe Cabinet Secretaries should exercise caution in public statements to avoid escalating regional tensions, while others argue that politicians must be prepared for criticism in a competitive democratic environment.