Miguna Blasts Gachagua's 'Obedient People' Comment, Says Fearless Kenyans Will Always Be Defensive.

Lawyer and political commentator Miguna Miguna has hit out at former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua over his recent comments about leadership. Miguna was reacting after Gachagua said that he is "proud to be a leader of obedient people."

Miguna said he does not agree with those remarks. He said such words remind him of the days when Kenya was under the one-party rule of former President Daniel arap Moi and KANU. 

According to Miguna, during that time many Kenyans were expected to obey leaders without asking questions or challenging the decisions they made. 

He said people were afraid to speak freely because they feared what could happen if they went against those in power.

Miguna said Kenya has changed and should never go back to that kind of leadership. He said the country is now a democracy where people have the right to speak, ask questions, and give their opinions without fear. He added that leaders should not expect everyone to agree with everything they say or do.

He said Kenya does not need obedient citizens who only follow leaders without thinking for themselves. Instead, he said the country needs proud citizens who are ready to ask questions whenever they see something going wrong. 

He also said the country needs fearless people who are not afraid to stand up against unfair decisions and defend what is right.

According to Miguna, citizens have a duty to protect their rights and freedoms. He said people should not remain silent when they see oppression, abuse of power, or leaders making wrong decisions. 

He believes that speaking out helps protect democracy and keeps leaders accountable to the people they serve.

Miguna also said leaders should welcome criticism because it helps them become better. He said criticism should not be seen as disrespect or rebellion. Instead, he believes it is one of the ways citizens help make the country stronger. 

He added that every Kenyan has the constitutional right to express their views peacefully and should not be punished for having a different opinion.

Miguna's remarks have started fresh political debate across the country. Some Kenyans agreed with him, saying citizens should always question leaders and defend their freedoms. 

Others supported Gachagua, saying obedience can also mean respecting the law and following rules that help keep peace and order.