Chairperson of the Presidential Council of Economic Advisors, David Ndii, sparked controversy with a three-point address, asserting his refusal to be part of misleading the Kenyan people.
The Economist, known for candidness, declared his unwillingness to defend lies or accept collective responsibility for deceit and corruption, stating,
“I will not be party to, defend, or take collective responsibility for corruption, lies, taking the public for fools and vomiting on the peoples’ shoes.
Reactions to Ndii’s statement were mixed, with some calling for his resignation and others praising him for holding the government accountable. Some suggested he join the opposition for more effective scrutiny.
Amid challenges like El Nino, rising fuel prices, and a soaring cost of living, Ndii’s remarks resonated with those feeling the economic strain. The public debate intensified, questioning whether Ndii’s stance signaled a wake-up call or if he was initiating a revolution, echoing the sentiments of philosopher Plato:
“Is this the moment someone finally woke up and smelled the coffee? Was it Plato who said the revolution is not an apple that falls when it is ripe? You have to make it fall?” queried Muhammad Onyango.
By Newshub