Former President Uhuru Kenyatta Speaking in Murang’a during the meeting of Jubilee grassroots leaders since the party’s National Delegates Conference (NDC). Photo Courtesy. 
By Andrew Mbuva
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has issued a stern warning to Jubilee Party officials against using abusive or disrespectful language toward leaders from other political formations.
Speaking in Murang’a during the first meeting of Jubilee grassroots leaders since the party’s National Delegates Conference (NDC) last month, Uhuru made it clear that indiscipline and political intolerance would no longer be tolerated within the party ranks.
“No official will be allowed to insult or demean leaders of other parties. Anyone who engages in such behavior will have no place in Jubilee,” Uhuru declared in his characteristic firm tone.
Addressing the party’s Secretary-General Jeremiah Kioni and other leaders directly, the former Head of State urged members to shift focus from online insults to promoting Jubilee’s manifesto and mission at the grassroots.
“I want to see our leaders, from the national to the ward level, talking about what Jubilee stands for, not wasting time hurling insults on social media. Let’s attract members through ideas, not noise,” he said.
Uhuru used the platform to rally support behind Jubilee’s Deputy Party Leader, Dr. Fred Matiang’i, praising him as a capable and visionary leader. He clarified, however, that his endorsement was not driven by personal political ambitions.
“I have worked closely with Dr. Matiang’i and can vouch for his competence and dedication. My support for him is based purely on merit, not personal interest,” he affirmed.
The meeting, attended by regional coordinators and county representatives, marked a renewed effort by the Jubilee Party to reorganize and reassert its relevance in Kenya’s evolving political landscape.
Party insiders say the move is part of Uhuru’s broader plan to rebuild Jubilee’s image as a disciplined and policy-driven political outfit ahead of the next general election.
