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Hassan Omar, the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Secretary General, has issued an apology over controversial remarks he made during a party meeting in the Coast region.
His statement comes after leaders from the Mt. Kenya region accused him of promoting tribal rhetoric and dragging former President Uhuru Kenyatta into partisan political debates.
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While apologising, Omar maintained that his comments had been misunderstood and taken out of context. He insisted that he did not intend to target or offend any ethnic community.
He explained that his remarks were made within the framework of his long-standing advocacy on historical land injustices affecting indigenous communities in the Coast region.
Omar said his speech was aimed at addressing coastal land grievances through legal and policy solutions, rather than fueling ethnic divisions.
He further reaffirmed his commitment to national unity and the rights of all Kenyans, stressing that his political work has consistently focused on reducing inequality rather than encouraging division.
Acknowledging the backlash, he extended an apology to those who felt offended, particularly leaders and residents from Central Kenya, saying he regretted any misunderstanding caused.
Even before the apology, several leaders from Mt. Kenya strongly condemned his remarks, accusing him of ethnic profiling. Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru was among the most vocal critics, saying she opposed any form of tribal politics regardless of where it originates.
Other leaders who criticised him included Naivasha MP Jane Kihara, Nyeri Woman Representative Rahab Mukami, Kiambaa MP John Kawanjiku, and Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika.
