Kisii Jubilee leaders urge government to protect lives, property amid rising insecurity
The Mt Kenya Times 
Former Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu addressing the press has said that the Constitution guarantees every Kenyan the right to life, security, and protection of property. Photo/Elizabeth Angira
By Elizabeth Angira
Jubilee Party leaders in Kisii County have called on the government to uphold its constitutional obligation of protecting the lives and property of all Kenyans, expressing concern over what they described as a worrying rise in insecurity and goon-related violence across the country.
Speaking during a Development Leadership Forum and open consultative meeting held in Kisii, the leaders urged security agencies to act decisively against criminal elements and ensure that citizens can go about their daily lives without fear.
The meeting was chaired by former Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu, who is seeking the Kisii gubernatorial seat in the 2027 General Election. It was also attended by former South Mugirango Member of Parliament Omingo Magara, city lawyer Cliff Ombeta, and other Jubilee Party officials and supporters.
Machogu said the government bears the primary responsibility of guaranteeing the safety and security of every Kenyan, regardless of political affiliation, social status, or geographical location.
They warned that the growing trend of individuals allegedly taking the law into their own hands, leading to violence and destruction of property, threatens national unity, economic growth, and public confidence in the country’s security institutions.
“The Constitution guarantees every Kenyan the right to life, security, and protection of property. It is the duty of the government to ensure these rights are safeguarded,” Machogu said during the meeting.
Magara called on law enforcement agencies to investigate all reported incidents of violence impartially and ensure that those found culpable are prosecuted in accordance with the law.
Ombeta appealed to Kenyans to reject violence and resist being used to perpetrate criminal activities for political or personal gain. Instead, they encouraged citizens to embrace peaceful dialogue, tolerance, and respect for the rule of law as the country gradually heads towards the 2027 General Election.
“Peace and stability are essential for economic development, investment, and social cohesion, noting that insecurity not only affects businesses but also disrupts learning, healthcare services, and the livelihoods of ordinary citizens,” Ombeta said.
The leaders urged political leaders across the divide to exercise restraint in their public statements and encourage their supporters to uphold peace and avoid actions that could incite violence.
Machogu emphasized the importance of unity among Kenyans, saying political competition should never come at the expense of human life or the country’s stability.
Ombeta maintained that while citizens have a constitutional right to express themselves and participate in democratic processes, such freedoms should always be exercised peacefully and within the confines of the law.
They reiterated that the government should strengthen security operations, protect all citizens equally, and ensure that no individual or group is allowed to operate outside the law.
The forum concluded with a collective appeal for national unity, peaceful coexistence, and respect for democratic principles, with the leaders expressing hope that Kenya would remain united and secure as the country prepares for future political contests.
The Jubilee officials said safeguarding lives and property should remain a national priority, calling on both leaders and citizens to work together in promoting peace, justice, and the rule of law.
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