South Mugirango MP Sylvanus Osoro has denied reports claiming that his rural homes were razed in protest over his support for the recently withdrawn Finance Bill. Osoro, who is aligned with the Kenya Kwanza wing of MPs that supported the controversial bill, dismissed the allegations as false.
He reassured the public of his safety and warned against any actions aimed at him, stating that those responsible would be held accountable for their actions.
“I am in my rural home, safe and all jocular as I enjoy stories from my people,” he said.
“But, if criminals target my home,well, either of us will suffer instant justice,” he added.
The National Assembly majority whip also absolved the youth (Gen Zs) from the accusations saying those with such plans as arsonists.
“That is an insult to Gen Z’s.They are NOT arsonists,” he noted.
There were widespread allegations on Friday that a group of youth attempted to set fire to the residence of several legislators who voted in favor of the recently withdrawn Finance Bill. Police reportedly intervened to prevent these efforts. Among those affected is Molo MP Kuria Kimani, who also serves as the National Assembly’s Finance committee chairperson.
In response to these incidents, church leaders from various denominations in Molo gathered at Kimani’s home on Friday to conduct a spiritual cleansing ceremony. The event, held in the courtyard of Kimani’s residence, included prayers and hymns aimed at restoring peace and protection.
Additionally, Kieni MP Wanaina Njoroge reportedly suffered losses exceeding Ksh 550 million after his supermarket in Nyeri was vandalized and looted in what appears to be related unrest following the controversial bill’s fallout.
“I lost movable stock worth Sh450 million and equipment such as bakery shelves, among others, valued at Sh100 million,” the MP said.
