Kenyan MP Demands Legal Action Against Deputy President Over Insensitive Remarks

Kenyan Parliament Erupts as MP Demands Gachagua Be Sued Over Christmas Remarks Kenya's National Assembly witnessed heated debate on May 27th, 2025, as Nominated MP Irene Mayaka called for legal action against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Mayaka's impassioned speech targeted Gachagua's recent comments comparing Christmas festivities to the violence that followed the 2007 general elections. The video of the parliamentary session shows Mayaka's emotional address, where she voiced her concern for those who suffered immense losses during the 2007 post-election unrest. "Rigathi Gachagua needs to be sued for destroying Christmas for our children by comparing it to the 2007 Post election violence," Mayaka stated, her voice filled with emotion. She detailed the suffering of families whose homes were destroyed, forcing them to walk long distances to safety. She mentioned specific instances of displacement and hardship, underscoring the pain caused by the 2007 violence and the insensitivity of Gachagua's remarks. Mayaka's speech highlights the ongoing debate on political responsibility and the lingering effects of past conflicts on Kenyan society. Her call for legal action against Gachagua underscores the need for accountability and sensitivity in public discourse. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible leadership and the need for healing and reconciliation in Kenya.