National newspapers on Monday, December 8, reported extensively on the growing debate over the government’s plan to sell its 15% stake in Safaricom.
Source: UGC
The newspapers also reported a fatal road accident along the Mombasa-Nairobi Highway that killed seven people.
1. The Standard
The publication highlighted the criticism of the Union Opposition against the President’s action William Ruto of selling government shares in Safaricom.
Former vice president Kalonzo Musyoka he said on Sunday, December 7, that the opposition will take legal action to stop the planned transaction, saying it threatens the wealth of the Kenyan nation.
Kalonzo accused the Ruto government of using national assets without proper public participation.
“We have entrusted our nation to Ruto. But he is determined to sell everything we have. First, it was JKIA, which I challenged in court and blocked. Then came KPC, and now even Safaricom is in danger,” Kalonzo said.
The leader of the Wiper Party revealed that the opposition has assembled a team of 100 lawyers who are ready to file a petition to block the sale.
“Last night, I met with more than a hundred lawyers who are ready to file a petition to stop the illegal sale of Safaricom.
Over the years, this administration has shown us exactly who they are. They have burdened Kenyans with heavy taxes,” he added.
Kalonzo claimed that Kenya is at risk of losing more than KSh 250 billion.
He claimed that the value of the shares has been reduced, with the government selling one share at KSh 34 despite the market value of KSh 70.
2. Nation Today
Taifa Leo reported on the remarks of the former vice president Rigathi Gachaguawho revealed that President Ruto is trying to convince Kalonzo Musyoka to join the general government.
Gachagua claimed the president is sending allies to influence the Wiper leader before the 2027 General Election.
Addressing the believers during the church service there KasaraniGachagua criticized the alleged strategy, saying it undermines democracy as it is meant to weaken the opposition for an easy victory in 2027.
“There have been efforts by President Ruto and his allies to convince Kalonzo Musyoka to join his camp. There are many who follow him everywhere so that he joins them,” he said.
Despite these claims, Gachagua insisted that the president will not succeed in defeating Kalonzo or other opposition leaders.
“I want to tell Kenyans that as opponents, we know what is on our minds.
In due course, we will nominate a candidate to contest against William Ruto. The relationship between me and Kalonzo is not about leadership, politics, or the presidency. It is family friendly and heavier than water. We will not separate,” he said.
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