Waki report lacks enough evidence, says AG

He said failure to do so would raise tensions and anxiety, resulting in fresh violence. British High Commissioner Rob Macaire also joined the debate, saying it was up to the Government to implement the recommendations without being influenced by outside forces.

He said the Waki commission had come up with a comprehensive report which should be taken seriously. He said Britain was watching keenly to see how the report would be dealt with.

Mr Macaire also said Britain would consider a request for assistance.

“I have talked to Kenyans and they feel that the recommendations should be implemented fully,” he said after opening a Sh650,000 foot bridge built by British Army Engineers in Kirinyaga District.

Meanwhile, Public Works assistant minister Dick Wathika has dismissed claims that implementing the recommendations will cause anxiety. He said Kenyans wanted the recommendations implemented to the letter.

“I don’t know why some leaders are becoming jittery yet the commission acted within its mandate,” Mr Wathika said.

Reported by Kipchumba Some, George Munene and Muchiri Gitonga