Igembe South MP Mithika Linturi has appealed to the church to intervene and pray for the opposition to stop its planned protests against the controversial changes to the election laws slated for January 4.
According to the Nation, Linturi said they should shelve the move and instead embrace dialogue with a view to reaching a consensus.
He said the threats have caused a lot of tension in the country.
On Thursday, Jubilee-allied MPs passed the proposed amendments to the Election (Amendment) Act which had been opposed by the opposition.
“We have heard various sentiments concerning the changes in the law especially from the opposition and we are calling on the church to intervene and especially pray for the leaders. We would not wish to see the country being pushed into chaos and therefore we urge those who pray to include the country as one of their prayer items,” he said as quoted by the Nation.
He added that Kenyans should live in a peaceful country and enjoy festivities without any chaos.
The MP who spoke Friday last week when he visited Tuuru Children’s Home in Meru, urged Kenyans to be generous during the festive season.
“Those who can afford something to celebrate should share with the less fortunate in the society so that they can also feel appreciated. This is the only way to attract blessings from God,” he said.