Governor Wavinya Ndeti Denounces Political Violence and Youth Exploitation Ahead of 2027 Election

Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti slams political violence and youth exploitation, calling for state action after the assault on Senator Godfrey Osotsi.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 11, 2026, 4:07 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from TUKO.

A Call for Democratic Decency

The political landscape in Kenya is facing a troubling surge in hostility, prompting Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti to issue a formal condemnation of recent violent outbursts. On April 11, 2026, the Governor characterized the growing reliance on intimidation as a direct threat to the nation’s democratic foundations. As the country moves closer to the 2027 General Election, Ndeti emphasized that the culture of hiring goons to settle political scores creates a volatile environment that undermines fair competition.

The Assault on Senator Godfrey Osotsi

Recent concerns over leadership safety were crystallized by a physical attack on Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi at a coffee shop in Kisumu. Reports from the Senator’s communications team indicate that a group of armed individuals confronted him at the West End Mall, questioning his political affiliations before escalating to physical violence. According to Ndeti, this incident is not an isolated event but rather reflective of a barbaric pattern of behavior that requires an immediate and firm response from state security agencies.

Exploitation of Kenyan Youth

A central theme of the Governor’s address focused on the manipulative use of young people within these violent political networks. Ndeti described the practice of recruiting youth for physical confrontations as dangerous and exploitative, arguing that it diverts them from pursuing meaningful socio,economic opportunities. She stated that young people deserve a future defined by empowerment rather than being utilized as tools for short,term political gain by established figures.