Professionals from Elgeyo Marakwet have asked leaders in the county to stop supremacy wars for the sake of development.
They expressed concern over recent blame games, both in the mainstream and social media pitting Governor Alex Tolgos and Senator Kipchumba Murkomen over the resignation of Inspector General David Kimaiyo.
Led by Kerio Youth Association (KYA) chairman Aggrey Kiptoo and his secretary Jackson Kirop, they noted the supremacy battle was undermining development in the county.
"There will be no meaningful development progress if our top leaders go on fighting instead of solving issues facing the people," said Mr Kirop.
He urged the two leaders to convene a meeting and iron out their differences because it was setting a bad precedence and mistrust among the locals.
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"Do not be surprised to find that discord as already been sown among their supporters. This is not good at all," said Kiprop.
Speaking to the Press yesterday in Iten, the youth leader admonished those who are blaming Kimaiyo's resignation on others, yet the outgoing IG publicly admitted it was a personal initiative.
"It was a bold and wise move by Kimaiyo to announce his resignation because he never wanted a situation where he would be hounded out of office due to the insecurity menace in the country," said Kiptoo.
He said those disgruntled by Kimaiyo's exit should stage a demonstration to protest against his removal instead of crying foul.
"Apparently, political witch-hunt is rife among our leaders, especially in Marakwet, We urge them to desist and start developing the region," he warned.
Area URP chairman John Kangogo appealed to the leaders to avoid public spat in both mainstream and social media.
"The outbursts are no longer a simple matter. We want all the leaders to come together and address the challenges facing the community as a matter of urgency," he said.
As URP chairman, Mr Kangogo said he will convene a meeting and invite all leaders in the county to address pressing issues.
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