Natembeya called on Kenyans to respect divergent political views and avoid hostility towards leaders with differing opinions.
He urged citizens to embrace healthy debates rather than resort to violence.
“We must strive for a Kenya where differences in political opinion do not breed hostility but rather foster healthy debate and national progress. It is time to move beyond retrogressive ideologies and work together to build a nation anchored in respect, peace, and unity,” he concluded.
Natembeya’s remarks were echoed by other political leaders, including Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi and Saboti MP Caleb Amisi, both of whom condemned the attack on Salasya.
Mudavadi decried political intolerance, noting that Kenya’s democracy relies on open dialogue and mutual respect.
He urged Kenyans to reject division and work towards unity, warning that allowing intolerance to thrive would hinder national development.
“We won’t always agree, and that’s okay. But respect, dialogue, and unity must remain non-negotiable. A house divided cannot stand. Let’s choose reason over chaos and maturity over noise. Kenya’s future depends on it,” he added.
Saboti MP Caleb Amisi also expressed outrage over the attack, calling for the perpetrators to be held accountable.
“This is uncouth, uncalled for, and lugubrious. Whoever planned this against Peter Salasya must be brought to book. It must stop. Freedom of speech and expression is guaranteed in our Constitution,” Amisi stated on March 23, 2025.
He acknowledged that while not everyone agrees with Salasya’s style of politics, violence should not be normalized as a response to political differences.
“We may not agree on how he does his things, but this is a young man trying his luck in life. Kenya needs a renaissance!” Amisi added.
Amid the commotion, some spectators shouted “Heshimu rais” (respect the president), suggesting that the attack may have been politically motivated.
As tensions escalated, Salasya was forced to leave the stadium under tight security, with his bodyguards working to ensure his safety.
The incident occurred amid anti-government chants from the crowd, with thousands of fans shouting, “Ruto must go.”
