Genzs to Orero: “Stop Threats and Intimidation, We’re Free to Back Our Leaders”

A section of Gen Z activists has hit back at Peter Orero, accusing him of issuing threats following their endorsement of Kibra-based CEO Nicholas Okach.
The group, identifying themselves as “Genzs,” dismissed the alleged intimidation attempts as outdated and ineffective, insisting that young people have the constitutional right to support leaders of their choice without fear.
“You cannot threaten us. We are far above your retrogressive politics. We understand how these things work,” said Antony Manyara, one of the movement’s outspoken members.
The remarks come just days after the youth bloc publicly declared its support for Okach’s growing influence in Kibra politics, a move that appears to have unsettled sections of the local political establishment.
In a strongly worded statement, the group warned leaders against using intimidation tactics, saying such approaches only deepen the disconnect between the political class and the youth.
“We are not afraid. This is a new era where young people are informed, organized, and ready to participate in governance. Any attempts to silence us will be met with even stronger resistance,” the statement read.
The Genzs further called on leaders to embrace dialogue and issue-based politics instead of what they termed as “cheap threats and political bullying.”
Observers say the standoff reflects the growing assertiveness of youth-driven movements in Nairobi’s political scene, particularly in constituencies like Kibra, where grassroots mobilization remains key in shaping leadership dynamics.