Moi urges unity in Cabinet over Mau evictions

By Dedan Okanga

Former President Moi has called for caution in the Government’s handling of Mau Forest evictees.

He deplored the political overtones on the ongoing evictions, saying ministers should not differ in public.

The former Head of State called for a united Cabinet approach to the crisis.

"The Government should be careful on humanitarian issues and avoid drowning in political talk," he said.

Moi said it was unfortunate political bickering had eclipsed the plight of the evicted families.

"They should meet as Cabinet and resolve the crisis in an organised fashion. Politically charged accusations are counter-productive," he said.

Unity in Rift Valley

Moi spoke at St Patrick Catholic Church in Burnt Forest where he presided over a funds drive in aid of the church, on Sunday.

He said his experience of Rift Valley matters showed the harmony of the region depended on good political leadership.

"I know more about the Rift Valley than people think, and it is wrong for some to imagine it is a region for political chaos," he added.

He challenged politicians disgruntled in their present parties to rejoin Kanu.

"They left Kanu for other parties and now they are being pushed back and forth. All I can tell them is return to Kanu and build the country," he said.

Moi also challenged the church to help build peace in the troubled Burnt Forest, Timboroa and Koibatek.

The church, he said, could use its influence to censor dangerous politics for the sake of peace.