Leaders from Western Kenya have revived their push for the unity of the region ahead of the 2022 general elections.
Speaking during a funeral service in Sabatia, Vihiga county on Saturday, the Luhya top brass led by opposition co-principals Musalia Mudavadi and Moses Wetangula raised concerns over the community's fragmentation during elections.
Wetangula noted that the community has been turned into a laughing stock by outsiders, as a result of its inability to stick to one course, calling upon area leaders to speak in one tone.
He warned that they risk receiving another round of exploitation in the approaching poll without a unification strategy, adding that its only when united that they can have a bigger say in future elections.
"Its only by coming together when we will be fully and well represented. As things stand now, we have been turned into a laughing stock since we are divided and cannot make a common decision," said the Ford Kenya party leader.
The remarks were echoed by Devolution Cabinet Secretary Eugene Wamalwa, who vowed to throw his weight behind any joint force made by the area political chiefs.
"If we can unite and trust one of us to lead us then I am ready to support the initiative," he said.
This follows attempts by Wetangula and Mudavadi to merge their Ford Kenya and Amani National Congress (ANC) parties into one front, with an eye on the 2022 contest.
Both have since expressed their interest in the 2022 presidential seat.