Speaking during a public address, Natembeya questioned why the Luhya community appeared to have competing figures seeking recognition at the United Opposition's top negotiation table while other political communities had relatively clear leadership arrangements.
The governor pointed to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i and Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, noting that each attends opposition negotiations while seeking to represent their respective political constituencies.
However, he argued that Western Kenya's situation was different, with two influential politicians allegedly competing for the opportunity to speak on behalf of the Mulembe community.
Although he did not directly mention Wamalwa throughout his remarks, Natembeya appeared to direct his criticism at the former Defence Cabinet Secretary over his reported disagreements with Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna during opposition engagements.
He urged Wamalwa to support Sifuna's position rather than engage in a contest over political recognition, maintaining that the Nairobi senator had earned the confidence of a section of Western Kenya residents to represent their interests at the coalition's leadership level.
Natembeya further cautioned that continued disagreements among regional leaders could undermine efforts to build a strong opposition ahead of the 2027 General Election.
His intervention comes amid growing political manoeuvres in Western Kenya, where influential figures are seeking to establish their positions within the emerging opposition alliance.
The question of who will represent the Luhya community in high-level negotiations is increasingly becoming an important issue as political leaders prepare for the next electoral contest.
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