“Wale ambao walipiga Osotsi walikuwa wahalifu, sio wajaluo. Nataka kuambia watu wote kwamba hakuna tofauti ya mluhya na mjaluo. Sisi wote ni kitu kimoja,” Oundo told the charged crowd.
The MP emphasised that those responsible for the attack should be treated as criminals and held accountable under the law, without attributing their actions to any particular community.
He urged leaders and members of the public to refrain from statements that could inflame tensions or deepen divisions.
Oundo warned that attempts to frame the incident along ethnic lines risk undermining national cohesion and could erode the progress made in fostering unity among different communities.
He said such narratives divert attention from the real challenges facing the country, including economic concerns and governance issues.
Addressing supporters at the rally, he called for restraint and responsible leadership, noting that public figures have a duty to promote peace and unity.
He stressed that Kenya’s diversity should be a source of strength rather than division.
The Funyula legislator also appealed to residents in affected areas to remain calm and avoid being drawn into divisive rhetoric.
He reiterated that maintaining peaceful coexistence is essential, particularly at a time when political tensions appear to be rising.
His remarks come in the wake of the attack on Senator Osotsi, which has sparked reactions across the political divide.
While details of the incident remain limited, it has prompted concerns about security and the potential for political exploitation.
Oundo maintained that justice should be pursued through proper legal channels, with investigations conducted thoroughly and without bias.
He said holding the perpetrators accountable would send a clear message that violence and lawlessness will not be tolerated.