National Assembly Majority Leader and Kikuyu Constituency MP Kimani Ichung'wah has responded to Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang'ata following the governor’s public apology over remarks that had sparked political tension within the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) circles.
The exchange comes after Kang’ata, during a Sunday night interview on Citizen TV, softened his earlier remarks in which he had appeared to question internal political dynamics and leadership conduct within the party.
The governor clarified that his comments were not intended to attack individuals and expressed regret over naming Ichung’wah in the matter.
The governor clarified that his comments were not intended to attack individuals and expressed regret over naming Ichung’wah in the matter.
Shortly after the interview, Ichung’wah issued a measured response, signalling an end to the public back-and-forth and downplaying any sense of hostility between the two senior leaders.
“Gov Kang’ata my friend, APOLOGY ACCEPTED. We remain friends & we have to often remind each other as friends the words of one Kamlesh Pattni, ‘that one who lives in a glass house should not be the first to throw stones’. Citizen TV Kenya Good night my friend,” Ichung’wah stated.
His remarks emphasized reconciliation and continued political camaraderie despite the recent exchange of words.
By referencing the well-known phrase about restraint and accountability, Ichung’wah appeared to caution against public political confrontations while reinforcing the need for unity among allies.
The development follows a period of heightened political activity in Murang’a and wider Mt Kenya region, where leaders have increasingly expressed differing views on party direction and electoral strategy ahead of the 2027 general election.
Kang’ata had recently hinted at a possible shift in his political alignment, remarks that had stirred debate within UDA ranks.
However, his latest clarification and apology appear to have eased tensions, at least publicly, with Ichung’wah choosing to frame the matter as a friendly reminder rather than a political fallout.
Political observers note that the exchange reflects the growing internal debates within the ruling coalition as leaders position themselves for the next electoral cycle.