Machakos Governor Alfred Mutua has defended his push for the constitutional amendment ahead of the 2022 general election.
Mutua said his proposal was being mistaken, asserting that it is not about creation of political seats for losers.
He said the amendment will ensure credibility and transparency in management of elections.
Mutua said his proposal was being misinterpreted stating it is time the country thought about amending the constitution to end conflicts which often arise after the polls.
“I am not for creation of many political seats as some people claim, what I am propagating for is to have a review of the constitution that will ensure transparency and credibility in elections,” Mutua said.
He addressed the press in Machakos town on Thursday.
The Maendeleo Chap Chap Party leader said there is need for inclusive leadership in order to curb tribalism and negative ethnicity.
Mutua said the country will not unite and reconcile unless pertinent constitutional changes are made.
He said last year’s general election almost plunged the country into chaos on what he termed as lack of inclusive leadership.
“Many people are still hurt and we will be doing nothing unless we address pertinent issues relating to the constitution and election processes,” Mutua added.
A section of politicians led by Deputy President William Ruto have told off Governor Mutua and other leaders calling for constitution amendment.
Ruto says the constitution cannot be amended to create political seats for losers.
Mutua and his Kakamega counterpart Wycliffe Oparanya were last week quoted calling for constitutional amendment to create political positions like the Prime Minister.