Speaking during a political engagement in Nandi County, Ichung’wah claimed that Maraga has been opposing the Mau–Summit Road project, despite its significance in improving transport connectivity between the Rift Valley and Western Kenya regions.
He argued that such opposition reflects a misunderstanding of development priorities and national infrastructure planning.
The Majority Leader further remarked that Maraga, whom he described as having “grown old,” does not fully grasp the current socio-economic direction of the country.
His comments appeared to suggest that the former Chief Justice’s public interventions on governance and infrastructure matters are disconnected from present-day realities.
Ichung’wah went on to argue that once completed, the Mau–Summit Road would benefit all Kenyans, including critics of the project.
He pointed out that Maraga himself would likely use the same road when travelling to his rural home in Kisii County, questioning why he would oppose a project he may eventually benefit from.
The remarks are expected to spark debate, particularly given Maraga’s stature as a former head of the Judiciary and a respected figure in constitutional matters.
Maraga has in the past been vocal on governance, rule of law, and public accountability, often attracting both praise and criticism from political leaders.
The comments come at a time when national infrastructure projects remain a key political talking point, with leaders frequently clashing over priorities, costs, and implementation.
As Kenya continues to invest in road expansion and connectivity projects, the Mau–Summit Road remains one of the flagship transport corridors aimed at easing movement of goods and people across major economic zones.
The latest exchange highlights the growing tension between political leadership and public intellectual voices over the direction of national development discourse.
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