By Veronicah Stellah
Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai has strongly condemned the recent attacks on Molo MP Kuria Kimani’s home by disgruntled constituents angered by his support for the controversial Finance Bill 2024.
In a roadside address to his own constituents, Mutai stood by his decision to vote in favor of the Bill. “Right now, the Molo MP cannot hold a rally like this one. I voted Yes na siombi msamaha. Because I knew that Yes would bring this road, that Yes would bring development here,” he declared, emphasizing that he does not regret his vote.
Mutai warned Molo residents that their actions would backfire, predicting that their opposition to the Finance Bill would deprive them of future development benefits. “If there is a constituency that has really benefited, then it is Molo constituency. There is no bad road in Molo; every part of Molo has power connectivity. But if destroying their MP’s property is how they give back, ole wao!” he asserted.
He also hinted that if Molo constituents reject their MP’s role as the National Assembly Finance Committee chair, President Ruto could reassign the position to Kuresoi, which he described as ready for development.
Mutai condemned the recent cleansing prayers conducted by clergy at Kimani’s home and warned that the attackers would face consequences. “We condemn the attack and pray that the cleansing will do something to those who destroyed Kuria’s property. Why steal chicken and cattle, and burn cars?” he quipped.
Kuria Kimani is among several MPs whose properties were targeted by angry constituents protesting their support for the Finance Bill. The bill, which has since been dropped by President William Ruto, sparked widespread outrage leading to protests. Despite the reversal, Ruto maintains that the bill was beneficial for the country.
The situation escalated on June 25 when protestors stormed parliament, causing significant damage and setting parts of the building on fire, prompting the President to reconsider his stance.
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