His remarks came amid intensifying debate over political realignments, dialogue with rivals, and the future of opposition politics in a rapidly shifting national landscape.
Addressing murmurs of rebellion and criticism from within ODM ranks, Abdulswamad defended coalition-building as an unavoidable feature of modern politics.
He argued that coalitions are not a betrayal of ideology but a pragmatic response to the realities of governance and representation.
According to the governor, engagement and dialogue should not be mistaken for weakness or ideological surrender, especially in a political environment where collaboration often determines policy outcomes and national stability.
Visibly firm in tone, Abdulswamad rejected what he described as moral lecturing from political purists who oppose engagement across party lines.
He insisted that choosing dialogue over confrontation is a conscious and principled decision, not political theatrics designed to excite crowds without delivering results.
In his view, loud opposition without strategy risks isolating parties and weakening their influence in national decision-making.
The governor emphasized that political discourse should remain inclusive, reminding critics that no individual or faction holds exclusive ownership of patriotism or political wisdom.
He maintained that every citizen and political actor has the right to express opinions freely, even when those views challenge entrenched positions within their own parties.
Abdulswamad warned against intolerance within political movements, noting that suppressing internal debate often leads to fragmentation and loss of public trust.
By choosing Jirongo’s send-off to air these views, Abdulswamad linked his argument to the legacy of a man widely remembered for political pragmatism and cross-party engagement.
He suggested that Jirongo’s career exemplified the value of dialogue in sustaining multiparty democracy, even during politically tense periods.
The remarks emphasized deepening ideological rifts within ODM as Kenya edges closer to another electoral cycle.
Governor Abdulswamad’s position reflects a growing school of thought within opposition politics that prioritizes engagement, negotiation, and coalition-building over rigid antagonism.
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