Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei on Friday, June 30, slammed Azimio Party leader Raila Odinga on the planned nationwide demonstrations slated for Friday, July 7.
The senator affiliated to the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) warned that all those involved in the demonstration will be arrested and taken to court if chaos erupt.
He also taunted Raila claiming that the Azimio leader lacked new tactics in such scenarios stating that the former Prime Minister had become increasingly predictable.
"If any property is destroyed or lives are lost during Saba Saba, Raila Odinga and other Azimio principles must be held accountable including taking them to court, being fined, and being arrested.
"He has no new tactics since 1997. You lose an election, challenge the current government and call for demos. This time you will not go scot-free, we must bring order to the nation," he emphasised.
Cherargei appealed to the youth, cautioning them against being used by the opposition during protests, which ostensibly aimed to pressure the current government into reducing the prices of basic commodities.
"If they are demonstrating over the economy, what is the alternative they have offered? This is not unique to Kenya. If you travel across the world, you will hear them complaining about the economy," he stated.
Meanwhile, the senator emphasised that President William Ruto's administration will not be swayed to meet Raila's demands.
"I want to ensure the public that the government will protect their property and lives," Cherargei added.
On Tuesday, June 27, Raila announced the return of demonstrations alongside other measures Kenyans can take to protest against Ruto's government with a specific focus on the taxes imposed by the government.
While at Kamukunji Grounds, Raila called for civil disobedience against the Finance Act, 2023 that seeks to effect a minefield of taxes with a huge percentage of the funds earmarked for development projects countrywide.
"We the people will convene for a major declaration on the Saba Saba day on Friday, June 7, 2023. At the event, we will announce a number of strategies that will cripple Ruto's regime," Raila declared.
Some of the measures Raila suggested include carpooling, walking to work, overloading vehicles, avoiding the use of electronic tax registers and blocking Ruto's motorcade among others.
