[Education Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i a past event. He was quoted saying that he is capable of using outlawed sect, Chinkororo, to deal with Raila Odinga. Photo/Nation]
Acting Interior Coordination Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i has threatened to unleash on opposition leader Raila Odinga through outlawed Chinkororo sect.
Commonly used to supposedly protect Abagusii community in inter-tribal wars, the sect was outlawed by deceased Interior Minister John Michuki.
In yet another shocking utterance by a senior state officer, Matiang’i confessed to be closely associated with the militia during a rally at South Mugirango on Tuesday.
“We own Chinkororo and we are safeguarding our borders. He [Odinga] cannot intimidate me yet I come from this region (home to Chinkororo),” he said, amid cheers from the crowd.
He further said:” The guys playing around do not know Chinkororo. I am one of them and I come from here. We must work with President Uhuru Kenyatta.”
In the past week, Matiang’i has come under criticism from opposition leaders and civil society members for allegedly allowing police to use excessive force.
At the battle field, the group which is associated with senior Gusii politicians is remembered for unleashing on Deputy President William Ruto when campaigning for ODM in 2007.