COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli has sparked national debate after making bold remarks about presidential term limits.
Speaking during a public event, Atwoli declared that if he were to become president, he would push for constitutional changes to remove the current term limits.
“If I take the presidency, I will change the current constitution and remove term limits, whether you like it or not,” Atwoli stated.
His comments quickly drew mixed reactions across the political spectrum. Supporters described the remarks as political rhetoric meant to provoke discussion, while critics argued that presidential term limits are a key pillar of Kenya’s democratic system.
Kenya’s 2010 Constitution limits a president to two five-year terms, a provision widely regarded as a safeguard against authoritarianism and concentration of power.
Political analysts note that any attempt to amend presidential term limits would require a rigorous constitutional process, including parliamentary approval and potentially a national referendum.
Atwoli’s statement adds to the ongoing national conversation about governance, constitutional reforms, and the future direction of Kenya’s democracy.
