The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Founders Association has issued a stern condemnation of the former Secretary General, Cleophas Malalah, following his controversial claim about retaining his position within the party. The association’s leadership has called for immediate disciplinary action against Malalah, citing his statements as part of a larger scheme to undermine the party’s unity and progress.
Condemnation and Accusations
In a sharply worded statement, the UDA Founders Association dismissed Malalah’s claims of still holding the Secretary-General position as “outrageous” and “preposterous.” Joe Khalende, the Chairperson of the Founders Association, expressed deep concern over Malalah’s recent actions, which he described as a betrayal of the party’s trust. Khalende accused Malalah of conspiring with external forces to destabilize the party, saying, “We view Malalah’s statement with the contempt it merits. His remarks confirm our worst fears—that he has been collaborating with our detractors to sabotage the party.”
Support for Leadership Changes
The association reiterated its unwavering support for the recent leadership changes within the party, particularly the appointment of Hon. Hassan Omar as the interim Secretary General. The Founders Association praised Omar’s leadership, emphasizing that the party’s focus remains on implementing President William Ruto’s Bottom-Up Economic Agenda (BETA) and ensuring stability and progress.
The Founders Association highlighted past issues under Malalah’s leadership, accusing him of “grand larceny, nepotism, ineptitude, and mismanagement.” The association expressed its frustration with Malalah’s alleged misuse of party resources, including party stationery and logo, to communicate with the media. As a result, the association has advised all staff members to refrain from engaging with Malalah and to distance themselves from his actions.
Calls for Disciplinary Proceedings
In response to these allegations, the Founders Association is taking steps to initiate disciplinary proceedings against Malalah through the Internal Dispute Resolution Committee (IDRM). The association’s statement read, “We are compelled to take immediate disciplinary action against Mr. Malalah and will apply to be enjoined in any petitions he may have filed. The party’s stability and progress are paramount, and we will not allow them to be jeopardized by self-serving individuals.”
The Founders Association also emphasized that Malalah’s behavior is detrimental to the party’s unity and cohesion. “Malalah has developed a repulsive habit of sowing seeds of hatred and cultivating division among party leaders for his own parochial interests,” the statement charged. The association’s leadership believes that removing Malalah from the party will strengthen its foundation and ensure that it remains focused on its core objectives.
Assurance of Stability and Progress
The UDA Founders Association reassured party members of the ongoing stability and effectiveness under the leadership of Hon. Hassan Omar. They emphasized that critical issues such as the audit of staff, review of procurement processes, and the implementation of President Ruto’s Bottom-Up Economic Agenda are progressing as planned.
The association’s actions highlight its commitment to maintaining the integrity of the party and ensuring that its leadership remains focused on delivering on its promises to the Kenyan people. The Founders Association’s firm stance against Malalah serves as a reminder that any attempts to undermine the party’s unity and progress will be met with decisive action.
Conclusion
As the UDA continues to navigate the challenges of political leadership and party management, the Founders Association’s decisive response to Malalah’s actions underscores its dedication to upholding the party’s values and ensuring its success. The disciplinary proceedings against Malalah will be a crucial test of the party’s resolve to maintain its focus on the Bottom-Up Economic Agenda and other critical initiatives.
