Radio presenter Baby Top has let loose on Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale in a scathing Facebook post, calling him out over remarks he made in Mandera county that have drawn widespread condemnation and triggered a formal government investigation. The controversy traces back to a public event held in Lafey constituency where Duale, speaking in Somali, praised the Kenya Kwanza administration for what he described as restoring dignity to the Somali community.
Cabinet Secretary Under Fire
Duale's remarks have sparked outrage, with many accusing him of likening the Kikuyu community to hyenas and criticising the governments of former presidents Mwai Kibaki and Uhuru Kenyatta for allegedly sidelining the North Eastern region. The National Cohesion and Integration Commission confirmed on Friday that its Investigations Department had opened a probe into the matter.
Radio Presenter Claps Back
In a strongly worded Facebook post, Baby Top reminded Duale of his decade-long tenure as majority leader under former president Uhuru, questioning the logic of now turning against the Kikuyu community that formed a significant part of that administration's political base. "Shame on you Aden Duale!!! Ulikua majority leader for 10 years under Uhuru Kenyatta's Regime! Na alijua wewe ni Woria! Ama akikupa kazi ulikua unaitwa Jomo?" Baby Top wrote.
Fallout and Consequences
Baby Top's post resonated widely, with Kenyans piling on in the comments. The radio presenter also questioned the contribution of the Somali vote in the 2022 elections and urged Duale to stay in his lane. The controversy has raised questions about the role of Somali leaders in Kenya's politics and whether they are adequately represented in government.
The incident has sparked a heated debate about the need for greater representation and inclusion of marginalised communities in Kenya's politics. As the investigation into Duale's remarks continues, many are watching to see how this controversy will play out and what its long-term implications will be for Kenya's politics.
Source: Tuko
