Nyali Member of Parliament Mohamed Ali has threatened to leave the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) amid claims of internal wrangles and unfair practices within the party’s leadership.
Ali, who was elected under the UDA banner, has openly criticized the party’s Secretary General Hassan Omar, accusing him of treating the party like his “personal property.” The MP expressed his frustration over what he describes as a compromised process in the upcoming party elections, claiming Omar is handpicking officials in a bid to manipulate the outcome.
“If he (Hassan Omar) continues to treat the party as his personal property, we will have no choice but to decamp as one,” Ali warned during a public address in Mombasa. He announced that he has withdrawn from the upcoming UDA internal elections, citing “blatant interference” from the Secretary General.
Ali decried Omar’s alleged micromanagement of party affairs and said his actions reveal a clear conflict of interest. “His evident handpicking of officials to manipulate the outcome represents nothing but a profound conflict of interest,” the MP stated. “His tendency to micromanage the party, prioritizing his personal political interests over the will of the people, is not only unacceptable but also a grave disservice to the citizens of Mombasa.”
The former investigative journalist turned lawmaker emphasized that UDA should serve the people, not individuals seeking to further their own political agendas. “A political party belongs to the people, not to any single individual, regardless of their position,” he said.
Despite his strong criticism, Ali reassured his supporters that he remains committed to fighting for their rights. “Despite this disheartening development, I want to assure all my loyal supporters that we will not be deterred. When the right moment comes, we will confront this issue head-on,” he concluded.
Ali’s remarks come at a time when internal democracy within political parties is under scrutiny, with growing calls for transparency and accountability in party leadership and electoral processes. His bold stance may resonate with others within UDA who feel sidelined or ignored as the party prepares for grassroots elections.
