The clergy in Migori County has besought leaders across the political divide to have a dialogue and find peaceful solutions to disputes facing the nation.

The Vice Chairperson of the National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK) Bishop John Okinda said that the country is being subjected to unnecessary restlessness from the weekly demonstrations by the opposition.

He added that though the demonstration was a civil right, the recent demonstrations in parts of the country resulted in deaths and destruction of property.

Okinda explained that the church was ready to mediate between the two political divides to diffuse the political tension that is being experienced in the country.

Moreover, he asked political leaders to desist from defamatory remarks and tone down on political rhetoric to ensure a lasting solution is achieved.

“The church is always non-partisan and therefore it is paramount that both parties listen to the voice of reason and people,” said Okinda.

The Inter-Religious Council of Kenya (IRCK) Migori chairperson Charles Otigo emphasized that there was a need for political tolerance in the country to steer the country’s economic growth and peace.

By Pacifica Mochama