Kuria mocks Azimio leaders as Saba Saba protests begin

Trade Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has sarcastically wished Azimio leaders a happy Saba Saba day as they began nationwide protests over the high cost of living.

The protests called by Raila Odinga aim at boycotting President William Ruto’s regime, its policies and taxes.

He rallied troops to converge at Kamukunji Grounds, saying that he would formalize where subsequent rallies would be held countrywide.

But on Thursday night, Kuria mocked the Azimio bigwigs as he reminded them of their ages when the struggle for multi-party democracy began in early 1990.

"Happy Saba Saba Day to my fellow young turks Raila Odinga, 45 years then now 78, James Orengo 39 years now 72, Martha Karua 32 years now 65, Anyang Nyongo 45 years now 77 and Babu Owino, 1 year now 33. Aluta Continua! Kenya Must be Liberated," Kuria said.

Saba Saba Day is commemorated on July 7, every year to reflect on Kenya's struggle for multi-party democracy in the early 1990.

Raila, then 45 years old, was among the leaders detained for planning anti-Kanu protests in 1990.

He called for rallies to begin on Friday in commemoration of the day.

The rallies have begun in major cities like Mombasa and Raila will lead a mega rally in Nairobi's historic Kamukunji grounds.

On the other hand, Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka will also be leading leaders from the Ukambani region for the rally.

Narc Kenya leader Martha Karua, DAP's Eugene Wamalwa and other leaders will also spearhead other meetings.