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Peter Kaluma

Also known as: Homa Bay lawmaker Peter Kaluma · Temporary Speaker Peter Kaluma · Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma · Homabay Town MP Peter Kaluma · George Peter Kaluma · Suba North MP Peter Kaluma · Homa Bay Town Member of Parliament Peter Kaluma

Homa Bay Town MP involved in 2026 election dynamics and controversy over remarks reviewed by NCIC.

2026-05-252026-11-07

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  1. October 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    ODM ticket battle: MP Kaluma, Noah Ochola set for Homa Bay Township showdown By Walter Nyambaga October 30, 2026 06:12 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter A side-by-side image of aspirant Noah Ochola and Homa B …

    ODM ticket battle: MP Kaluma, Noah Ochola set for Homa Bay Township showdown
  3. Capital News

    … Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma has also said the ongoing negotiations should result in a written agreement once the technical teams conclude their work. …

    Oburu dismisses calls for written pre-2027 deal with UDA by ‘ODM outsiders’
  4. Capital News

    … Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma had earlier called for Clause 26A to be recommitted, arguing that the law needed to specify the number of voters required to support a recall petition. …

    MP Recall: National Assembly Approve One-Third Voter Threshold, Bill Heads to Senate for concurrence
  5. Citizen Digital

    … We have Kaluma, we have Wainaina of Eldoret, we have Duale, we have Hassan Omar,” he said. …

    MP Kaguchia rejects NCIC directive, says he’ll apologise after court case
  6. Capital News

    NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 3 – The National Cohesion and Integration Commission has defended its decision to use conciliation in cases involving Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma and Busia Governor Paul Otuoma. …

    NCIC Says Kaluma, Otuoma Were Not Cleared Over Remarks
  7. Citizen Digital

    … The commission recently said there was insufficient evidence to take action against Homa Bay MP Peter Kaluma and Busia Governor Paul Otuoma over remarks it had investigated. …

    MP Pukose under fire over threats against those blocking Ugandan-based Kenyans from voting
  8. The Standard

    Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma after he appeared before the NCIC at Britam Towers in Nairobi. …

    NCIC finds no fault in Kaluma, Otuoma 'inciting' remarks
  9. Citizen Digital

    NCIC clears MP Kaluma, Governor Otuoma over alleged incitement By Willy Lusige October 01, 2026 10:02 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC …

    NCIC clears MP Kaluma, Governor Otuoma over alleged incitement
  10. September 2026
  11. Citizen Digital

    Charles Owino: Police should explain delayed arrest of MP Kaluma over incitement By Moses Kinyanjui September 15, 2026 08:43 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter FILE| Government spokesperson Charles Owino speak …

    Charles Owino: Police should explain delayed arrest of MP Kaluma over incitement
  12. Citizen Digital

    … He also weighed in on remarks made by Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma, which he described as inflammatory, saying he expected to see charges eventually filed against him. …

    Gov't spokesperson Owino denies selective justice over Embu, Garissa violence

Friday 30 October

  1. ODM aspirants compete for Homa Bay Township nomination ticket

    Noah Ochola is challenging fellow aspirant MP Peter Kaluma for the Orange Democratic Movement nomination in Homa Bay Town Constituency, calling for competitive and transparent party primaries rather than predetermined nominations.

    30 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Oburu dismisses calls for written UDA deal before 2027 election

    ODM leader Oburu Oginga has rejected attempts by outsiders to direct the party's negotiations with President Ruto's UDA, saying ODM has the capacity to determine its own negotiating position and that full implementation of the 10-point agenda remains non-negotiable.

    30 October 2026 · Capital News →

Thursday 22 October

  1. National Assembly approves one-third voter threshold for MP recall

    The National Assembly approved amendments to the Elections Amendment Bill requiring at least one-third of registered voters in every ward to support recall of a National Assembly member, with a simple majority needed to win a recall by-election. The Bill now returns to the Senate for consideration before proceeding through mediation to reconcile differences between the two Houses.

    22 October 2026 · Capital News →

Thursday 8 October

  1. MP Kaguchia rejects NCIC directive on divisive remarks

    Mukurwe-ini MP John Kaguchia has rejected a National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) directive to publicly apologise and withdraw remarks made at a rally, saying the matter is already before the courts and he will only apologise after the case is conclusively heard and determined.

    8 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 3 October

  1. NCIC clarifies Kaluma and Otuoma remarks were not cleared

    The National Cohesion and Integration Commission has clarified that its use of conciliation in cases involving Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma and Busia Governor Paul Otuoma does not mean their remarks were endorsed. The NCIC found Kaluma's remarks intemperate, ambiguous and dangerous with risk of political intimidation, and Otuoma's remarks threatening and exclusionary, likely to stir hostility against people perceived as outsiders on ethnic or national origin grounds; both were issued cessation notices and directed to undertake corrective measures.

    3 October 2026 · Capital News →

Friday 2 October

  1. MP Pukose faces scrutiny over threats to protect Ugandan voters

    Endebess MP Dr. Robert Pukose has come under scrutiny after threatening violence against anyone who attempts to stop Kenyan voters living in Uganda from crossing the border to vote in the 2027 election, raising concerns over possible incitement among border communities.

    2 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. NCIC clears Kaluma, Otuoma of incitement allegations

    The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has found that Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma and Busia Governor Paul Otuoma's alleged inciteful comments did not meet the criminal standards threshold.

    2 October 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 1 October

  1. NCIC clears Kaluma and Otuoma of incitement charges

    The National Cohesion and Integration Commission has cleared Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma and Busia Governor Paul Otuoma of incitement allegations, finding no grounds to charge them. The two have been required to sign peace pledges within 14 days.

    1 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 15 September

  1. Police delayed arrest of MP Kaluma over incitement remarks, Owino says

    Government Spokesperson Charles Owino questioned security authorities' inaction weeks after Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma made remarks that Owino called incitement, including warnings against the "one-term" phrase and threats toward hotels in Homa Bay. Owino characterized the remarks as unbecoming of a legislator and called for swift police action despite what he described as clear evidence.

    15 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 14 September

  1. Government spokesperson denies selective justice over violence incidents

    Government Spokesperson Charles Owino defended the manhunt for Manyatta MP Gitonga Mukunji, saying the National Police Service has valid grounds to pursue him, and declined to disclose further investigation details. Owino said case specifics would be made public only after the MP's arrest and statement have been recorded, describing it as standard investigative procedure.

    14 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 8 September

  1. Political analyst urges voters to drive change ahead of 2027 election

    Political analyst Abbie Zuena has challenged Kenyans to lead efforts for political change ahead of the 2027 General Election, warning that changing political alliances alone will not deliver better governance. She argues the shift must involve voters and all generations, and questioned whether politicians backing a one-term administration are united on who should lead it.

    8 September 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 1 September

  1. CS Ruku appears before NCIC over hate speech allegations

    Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku appeared before the National Cohesion and Integration Commission on Tuesday over allegations of hate speech, ethnic incitement and utterances that threaten to divide the nation. While clarifying his remarks, he reiterated his push for a split in Mt. Kenya, saying the East region has been marginalised for over six decades and must take a different political position ahead of the 2027 General Election.

    1 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Public Service CS Ruku appears before NCIC over hate speech

    Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku appeared before the National Cohesion and Integration Commission on Tuesday to answer allegations of hate speech and incitement linked to inflammatory statements made during public engagements. The commission will deliver a determination next week on separate hate speech claims against Busia Governor Paul Otuoma and Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma.

    1 September 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 30 August

  1. Kaluma opposes Orengo's presidential bid, backs Ruto in Nyanza

    Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma opposed Siaya Governor James Orengo's presidential bid for 2027, saying the Luo community has decided to support President William Ruto and that Orengo will not garner substantial votes. Orengo announced his candidacy during a burial on Friday and accused ODM leadership of selling the party to Ruto.

    30 August 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 26 August

  1. Wetangula attends papal general audience at Vatican

    National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula attended a General Audience at the Vatican presided over by Pope Leo XIV, describing it as a moment of reflection, fellowship and goodwill where faithful gathered to receive the Pope's message of peace, hope and service to humanity.

    26 August 2026 · Capital News →

Monday 24 August

  1. Mbadi dismisses Babu Owino as juvenile politician ahead of 2027 election

    Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has criticized Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, calling him a juvenile politician who overrates himself, after Babu vowed to prevent Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma's re-election in 2027. Mbadi pledged to mobilize support for Kaluma's re-election and for President Ruto in the area.

    24 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 22 August

  1. Njeri Maina calls on foreign embassies to pressure Ruto

    Kirinyaga Woman Representative Njeri Maina has urged foreign diplomatic missions in Kenya to pressure President William Ruto's administration over what she alleges is state-sponsored political violence and intolerance of opposition activities. She called on embassies including those of the United States, United Kingdom, Denmark, Norway, France and China to intervene.

    22 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 21 August

  1. Gachagua declines NCIC summons due to scheduled foreign trip

    DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua declined an NCIC summons to appear on August 27, stating he will be out of the country on a pre-planned foreign trip from August 26 to October 20. The commission had summoned him to assist with investigations into remarks allegedly made at various public events.

    21 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 20 August

  1. Wasaga urges independent state bodies to enforce law impartially

    Advocate Peter Simba Wasaga has called for independent state institutions like the DCI and ODPP to enforce the law without regard to political alliances, arguing this would curb political intolerance ahead of the 2027 General Election. He criticised remarks by political leaders from both government and opposition following clashes at a Linda Mwananchi rally in Homa Bay County, saying inflammatory statements are wrong regardless of political affiliation.

    20 August 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 19 August

  1. Law Society of Kenya probes MPs Kaguchia, Kaluma for alleged incitement

    The Law Society of Kenya has ordered a review of remarks by Mukurweini MP John Kaguchia and Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma to determine whether their public utterances constitute professional misconduct. The Ethics and Disciplinary Liaison Sub-Committee will review publicly available records within 14 days and may file formal complaints before the Advocates Disciplinary Tribunal if evidence supports the charges.

    19 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. LSK reviews MPs Kaguchia and Kaluma for alleged inciting remarks

    The Law Society of Kenya has ordered a review of public remarks attributed to Mukurwe-ini MP John Kaguchia and Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma to establish whether they amount to professional misconduct. LSK warned that lawyers do not shed their professional obligations when they take up political office.

    19 August 2026 · Capital News →

  3. Human rights group asks ICC to monitor Kenya ahead of 2027 election

    Vocal Africa has written to the ICC's Office of the Prosecutor, warning that Kenya's political, security and human rights spheres are deteriorating ahead of the 2027 General Election, citing rising ethnic tensions, political incitement, goon mobilisation, and alleged police involvement in violence.

    19 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  4. Orengo and Babu Owino blame Ruto for Homa Bay violence

    Siaya Governor James Orengo and Embakasi East MP Babu Owino accused President William Ruto, Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, and Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma of orchestrating violence that disrupted the Linda Mwananchi political tour in Homa Bay on Sunday. Orengo claimed the national government was complicit, asserting that attacks of such scale could not have occurred without involvement or knowledge of security agencies.

    19 August 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 18 August

  1. MP Kaluma requests NCIC appearance postponement citing state duties

    Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma has asked the National Cohesion and Integration Commission to reschedule his appearance over alleged remarks made at a political gathering, disputing the transcription and translation of the statements attributed to him and citing unavoidable State duties on the scheduled date.

    18 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. NCIC summons MP Kaluma over remarks on one-term opponents

    The National Cohesion and Integration Commission has summoned Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma to appear on August 19, 2026, over remarks he made in which he told a political gathering to "deal with" people against President William Ruto's re-election, with a warning that failure to appear would lead to his arrest.

    18 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 17 August

  1. Linda Mwananchi calls for arrest of Wanga, Kaluma over Homa Bay violence

    Linda Mwananchi has called for the arrest and investigation of Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga and Suba North MP Peter Kaluma over violence that marred the political movement's tour of the county on Sunday, which left people dead and scores injured. The group accused the leaders of having a role in the attacks and claimed the violence was planned and involved police officers and state security operatives.

    17 August 2026 · Capital News →

  2. Homa Bay MP Kaluma faces scrutiny over one-term supporters remarks

    Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma is under scrutiny after declaring the phrase "one-term" prohibited in the county and warning of consequences for those using it. In an undated video, he also warned hotels against hosting one-term supporters and threatened to deploy youth groups to inspect establishments, saying he has funded fuel for their transport.

    17 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Wanga and Kaluma accused of inciting violence against Linda Mwananchi

    The Standard reports that political leaders in Homa Bay openly advocated for violence against the Linda Mwananchi brigade ahead of a planned rally, with armed goons mobilized to prevent the group from accessing the county, while police took no action against those who incited the violence.

    17 August 2026 · The Standard →

  4. Gachagua accuses Ruto of fuelling political goonism

    DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua and allies have intensified criticism of the Kenya Kwanza administration, condemning what they describe as the government's failure to curb goonism and political violence ahead of 2027 elections. Gachagua accused President William Ruto of being behind the attack on the Linda Mwananchi faction during its political rally in Homa Bay, claiming the violence was planned by Ruto before he left for Dubai.

    17 August 2026 · The Standard →

  5. NCIC summons MP Kaluma over remarks before Homa Bay rally

    The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has summoned Homa Bay town MP Peter Kaluma over utterances made in Luo ahead of the Linda Mwananchi rally on August 16, 2026, which the commission says were likely to cause tension. The MP is required to appear on August 18; the aftermath of the rally saw the killing of two people including a police officer.

    17 August 2026 · The Standard →

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