Arrest Those Responsible for Fire at Siaya UDA Offices – Malala

United Democratic Alliance (UDA) secretary general Cleophas Malala wants those behind the arson of party offices in Siaya arrested.

Malala said the torching of the offices was very disturbing.

“We call upon law enforcement agencies to swing into action and apprehend the perpetrators, conveners and or financiers of these heinous acts,” he said in a statement on Thursday.

The former Kakamega senator said that while rights to picket and demonstrate are enshrined in the Constitution, they should not be abused.

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“Mr. Raila Odinga must be reminded that his rights end where other Kenyan’s rights begin and that Kenya cannot be allowed to be taken to the dogs,” he said.

Malala urged UDA supporters to exercise restraint even in the face of extreme provocation.

"The UDA Party, is highly disturbed by the continued Physical attacks meted on our supporters in Migori and the setting on fire of our UDA Siaya County offices by Mr. Raila Odinga and his supporters.
Picketing and demonstrating as enshrined in article 37 of our constitution⤵️

— Cleo Malalah (@Cleophasmalala) March 30, 2023

Siaya county UDA coordinator Waore Dianga said rioters stormed the offices after taking away iron sheets used to fence the premises. The vandals also made away with doors and windows.

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Last week, UDA offices in Kisumu were vandalized and two motor vehicles set ablaze. Two other vehicles belonging to party officials were also damaged.

Then, Malala said he had written to the Registrar of Political Parties asking that funds meant for the ODM party be used to pay for damages.

The opposition has this week held protests on Monday and Thursday.