In an televised interview on Citizen TV, prominent political activists Morara Kebaso and Kasmuel McOure transformed what was expected to be a political discussion into a confrontation about leadership, ideology, and generational politics in Kenya.
Kebaso: I am blaming Raila Odinga for taking advantage of the Gen-Z demonstration and riding on the blood of the youth who have died to benefit himself economically and have positions in the government
— Citizen TV Kenya (@citizentvkenya) December 13, 2024
Kasmuel: Your approach seems focused on legitimizing your part of the… pic.twitter.com/rSwXNsTVZY
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The Core of the Conflict: Generation Z and Political Betrayal
The interview quickly escalated when Kebaso launched a scathing critique of Raila Odinga’s recent political maneuvers, particularly his collaboration with President William Ruto. Kebaso, founder of the Inject Party born from the youth-led demonstrations, accused Odinga of opportunistic politics.
“I am blaming Raila for taking advantage of the Gen Z demonstrations, riding on the blood of the youth who have died to benefit himself,” Kebaso declared, his voice laden with frustration and disappointment.
McOure Strikes Back: Personal Attacks and Ideological Challenges
Not one to back down, McOure retaliated with a blistering personal attack on Kebaso’s political credibility and leadership. He questioned the very foundation of the Inject Party and Kebaso’s political motivations.
“His party lacks ideology. A party in which strong members have come out to castigate the party leader is serving nothing but self-interests. There are reasons I could not work with such a party. The problem with people like Morara is that he thinks because he is a carpenter, he is closer to Christ,” McOure argued, his words dripping with sarcasm and contempt.
