Opposition leader Raila Odinga at a past event. [Photo/ the-star/co.ke]
A group of legislators allied to the ruling Jubilee Party has blasted the opposition over its plan to call for fresh protests.Led by National Assembly Majority Leader Aden Duale, the MPs criticised the move, arguing that it was bound to spark chaos and violence in the country.The MPs were reacting to NASA leader Raila Odinga's assertions that his supporters would still participate in demonstrations in pursuit for free, fair and credible elections.However, in a quick rejoinder, Duale took issue with Raila's calls for demonstrations, arguing that it is not in the country's best interest to have nationwide protests."Demonstrations and picketing are not in the best interests of our economy, which has suffered in the past few months. The move will ultimately affect the ordinary citizen regardless of political affiliation, and we are asking him (Raila) to rethink the decision,” said Duale.The Garissa Township MP observed that Jubilee was open to dialogue in matters electoral reforms."As the Jubilee family, we believe that together with NASA we can do minimum reforms to the 2010 Constitution between now and 2022 to address grievances raised. President Kenyatta has already extended to NASA an olive branch and they should work with us,” he stated.