UDA SG Hassan Omar forced to apologise over ethnic remarks amid fierce backlash [Wilberforce Okwiri, Standard]

United Democratic Alliance Secretary General Hassan Omar was forced to issue an apology and clarification following mounting political backlash over remarks linked to ethnic politics.

In a statement, Omar said his comments had been misinterpreted and taken out of context, insisting they were not intended to insult, offend or target any community.

He maintained that throughout his political career, he has consistently advocated for unity, dignity and equal rights for all Kenyans.

“My comments were never intended to demean, offend, or target any community,” he said.