The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) is expected to announce its findings on October 1 regarding politicians and government officials who were questioned over alleged hate speech and ethnic incitement.
NCIC Commissioner Jackson Swadi Kedogo said the commission is finalising reports arising from investigations into the leaders who appeared before it, with the outcome expected to determine the next course of action.
Among those who have been summoned or questioned are Busia Governor Dr Paul Otuoma, Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale and Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku.
The commission opened investigations into several political figures in July and August amid heightened political activity ahead of the 2027 General Election.
NCIC said those under investigation retain their constitutional rights, including the presumption of innocence, until due process is concluded.
Ruku appeared before the commission on September 1 to respond to allegations relating to remarks made during public engagements.
NCIC subsequently indicated that it would deliver a determination on separate allegations involving Governor Otuoma and Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma.
Otuoma was also summoned over alleged inflammatory utterances, with the commission requiring him to assist in its investigations.
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is also part of the investigations.
NCIC summoned him over remarks allegedly made at several public forums, including events in Kisii, Vihiga and Meru.
According to the commission, investigations into alleged hate speech involve verification of recordings, the circumstances in which remarks were made and other evidence before a decision is reached.
With the investigations now at the reporting stage, attention is turning to October 1, when the commission is expected to communicate the outcome concerning the leaders who have already been questioned and indicate whether further action will follow.
