Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta has issued a stern warning to Jubilee Party members, cautioning them against engaging in insults and divisive rhetoric as the party embarks on grassroots reorganisation.
Speaking on Friday during a meeting with party delegates at Thika Greens, Murang’a County, the former head of state stressed that respect and discipline must remain at the heart of Jubilee’s political culture.
“I will not tolerate members insulting one another,” Uhuru said in Kikuyu, drawing applause from the crowd.
“While I still hold this leadership, and until I hand it over to someone else, anyone who engages in such conduct will be shown the door — out means out! If you want to behave that way, find another party, not this one.”
‘Respect Is What Takes You Far’
Uhuru emphasized that politics of abuse and smear campaigns have no place in Jubilee, warning that any member found stoking division will face immediate expulsion.
He urged officials and supporters to focus on constructive engagement, saying the party’s mission should be to promote policy ideas, development plans, and meaningful dialogue with citizens.
“Insults will not take you anywhere. It is respect that takes a person far,” he said.
The former president also took issue with online exchanges and heated political commentary, particularly where some Jubilee members had been seen attacking other leaders, including former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, under the guise of defending the party.
“To the Secretary General, Jeremiah Kioni, I want to say — this habit of constantly reacting to what is said online, or people claiming to defend Jubilee by insulting Gachagua and others — I do not want that behaviour,” he added firmly.
Uhuru said Jubilee is determined to rebuild from the grassroots, emphasising peaceful engagement and well-structured political messaging.
He encouraged local leaders to return to their communities and focus on communicating the party’s policies, values, and vision, rather than trading insults with opponents.
“We want to sell our agenda as Jubilee. We want leaders who are respected, and leaders who can move this country forward,” he said.
The former president reminded the audience that Jubilee had always prided itself on being a unified and stable political movement and should continue to uphold that image as it seeks to regain national influence.
Call for Unity and Renewal
Uhuru wrapped up his address with a rallying call for unity, discipline, and renewed commitment, urging members to keep their political engagement peaceful and respectful.
He noted that maintaining decorum and cohesion would not only strengthen Jubilee’s relationship with the public but also reinforce its position as a credible political force in the country.
The Murang’a meeting was also attended by Jubilee deputy party leader Fred Matiang’i, who expressed support for Uhuru’s call to restore order and integrity within the party.
“Let us return to our roots as a party of unity, progress, and respect,” Uhuru concluded.
