Kenyan Parliament Under Fire for Prioritizing Politics Over People's Needs

Kenyan Parliament Faces Criticism for Prioritizing Internal Debate Over Citizen Concerns NAIROBI, KENYA – Kenyan lawmakers have returned to parliament after a lengthy recess, but their focus has sparked controversy. Instead of immediately tackling pressing issues affecting ordinary Kenyans, the parliament has prioritized a debate about their party leader, often referred to as "Riggy G." This has led to criticism from various quarters, including social media commentators. One such commentator, Shujaa Humphrey, created a video highlighting the perceived disconnect between the parliament and the needs of the Kenyan people. Humphrey's video, which has gained significant traction online, uses news footage to show the parliament's activities. "MPs returned to Parliament after a long recess but instead of discussing people-based issues, they decided to debate on DCP party leader Riggy G," Humphrey states in his video description. The video underscores the frustration felt by many Kenyans who believe their representatives are not prioritizing their concerns. The debate about Riggy G, while politically significant, overshadows pressing issues such as rising living costs, healthcare access, and infrastructure development. The video concludes by calling for the parliament to focus on the concerns of the Kenyan people. The incident highlights the ongoing tension between the Kenyan parliament and its constituents. It also raises questions about the effectiveness and priorities of the legislative body. Moving forward, it remains to be seen whether the parliament will shift its focus to address the concerns of the Kenyan people.