Samuel Kobia

Samuel Kobia

politician Kenya

Samuel Kobia is the chairperson of the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) in Kenya, an organization dedicated to promoting national cohesion and preventing ethnic tensions. He has been vocal about the need for responsible political speech, particularly in the context of Kenya's diverse ethnic landscape. Kobia's recent statements have highlighted the importance of avoiding incitement and hate speech, as demonstrated by his warning to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua regarding comments that could foment ethnic animosity.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
39,831
Power
79$
Sentiment
7.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Kenya 1 7.00 0.07% +0% 53,771,296 39,831 $106,000 79$
Totals 1 53,771,296 39,831 $106,000 79$
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Recent Mentions

Kenya Kenya: Rev. Dr. Samuel Kobia thanked Parliament for its continued support but urged the Speaker to expedite the NCIC Amendment Bill 2014. 7

The Standard: Wetangula reaffirms Parliament's support for independent institutions

Kenya Kenya: NCIC Chairman Samuel Kobia stated that the unrest is a painful signal of the growing discontent among the youth. 6

The Standard: UN rights agency asks State to stop police killings, address concerns

Kenya Kenya: Samuel Kobia is the chairman of the National Cohesion and Integration Commission who urged government leaders to listen to the concerns of young Kenyans. 6

The Standard: Pressure mounts on state to end killings, violent protests

Kenya Kenya: Samuel Kobia, the chairperson of NCIC, cautioned Gachagua to exercise restraint in his statements. 5

The Standard: NCIC warns Gachagua against incitement