“I Didn’t Call You Hyenas, But You Called The President Kasongo” Aden Duale Reveals The Following

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has defended his remarks concerning political insults directed at President William Ruto, arguing that those criticising government leaders have also used offensive language against the Head of State.

Duale addressed the issue during a televised discussion on Citizen TV’s Sunday political programme, Citizen Sunday Live, where he responded to claims surrounding the use of the term hyenas in political discourse.

The Cabinet Secretary argued that political opponents had repeatedly referred to President Ruto using the name Kasongo, which he said means warthog.

He questioned why those who had used such descriptions against the President were uncomfortable when similar language was directed at them.

According to Duale, the political debate should consider the language used by both sides rather than focusing on remarks made by one group while ignoring previous attacks against government leaders.

He also sought to explain the cultural context behind the hyena reference, describing it as a form of poetic expression within the Somali community.

His explanation suggested that the phrase should be understood within its cultural setting rather than interpreted solely as a direct personal insult.

Duale further referred to accusations against the President, including allegations portraying him as a thief.

He also mentioned the Onza militia in the course of his argument, although the precise context of that reference was not clear from the remarks provided.

The Cabinet Secretary additionally raised concerns about political statements suggesting that some individuals wanted to import voters. The allegation introduced another contentious issue into the discussion, touching on questions surrounding electoral competition and political mobilisation.

His comments reflect the continuing tensions between government officials and their critics, with the language used by political leaders increasingly becoming a subject of public debate.

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