Uhuru Kenyatta condemns ethnic profiling remarks and urges restraint in political rhetoric

Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta has condemned ethnic profiling remarks made by UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar and urged politicians to avoid tribal and reckless statements, warning that such rhetoric could trigger a repeat of the 2007–2008 post-election violence. Speaking during a Jubilee delegates meeting in Kiambu County, Kenyatta reminded Kenyans that he had previously cautioned against electing then Deputy President William Ruto, and called on voters to remain vigilant in future elections. In remarks reported by Emmanuel Too, the former head of state also urged President Ruto to reduce taxes, arguing that high taxation is driving public dissatisfaction and anger among citizens.