The Democratic Action Party – Kenya (DAP-K) has accused its Deputy Party Leader Governor George Natembeya of orchestrating a hostile takeover of the party’s leadership.
In a statement released on August 1, the PG, led by Cherangany MP Patrick Simiyu Barasa, expressed concern over an alleged coordinated attempt by Natembeya and external forces to take control of the party from its current leadership, spearheaded by Eugene Wamalwa.
The group also pointed out that while Natembeya has publicly positioned himself as a defender of the people of Western Kenya, his recent actions appear to contradict those principles.
DAP-K accuses Natembeya of attempting hostile takeover of the party. Photo: Courtesy.
According to the group, Natembeya has benefited from the party’s support throughout his political career and warned that any unconstitutional takeover of the party will be met with resistance.
The PG reaffirmed their support for Wamalwa and cautioned all party members against internal sabotage.
The group called for an urgent meeting of the party’s National Management Council (NMC) to address the crisis and determine the next course of action.
The PG also includes Luanda MP Dick Maungu Oyugi, Mumias East MP Peter Salasya and their Kiminini counterpart Maurice Kakai Bisau.
