Parliament witnessed an unexpected drama today as newly elected legislators were sworn in and officially assumed their positions.
Among them were Leo Wamudhende of Mbeere North, Boyd Were of Kasipul, and David Ndakwa of Malava Constituency, all taking their oaths of office in a ceremony presided over by the Speaker of the National Assembly.
The swearing-in ceremony, however, took an unexpected turn shortly after Honorable Leo Wamudhende was sworn in.
A heated exchange ensued when a member allied to Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua approached Wamudhende, sparking tension in the chamber.
According to Koimburi, the Kuja Member of Parliament and a close ally of Gachagua, Wamudhende was urged to “return to Mbeere North and listen to the ground” rather than engage in premature political bravado.
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Koimburi’s remarks were particularly pointed, emphasizing that Wamudhende’s narrow victory margin of just 400 votes should temper any sense of triumphalism.
“Winning by such a slim margin should not lead to chest-thumping. Leaders must remain grounded and connected to the people who elected them,” he stated.
The comments drew murmurs from other legislators and briefly disrupted the proceedings, highlighting the intensity of intra-party politics even on a member’s first day in Parliament.
Observers noted that the incident, though brief, underscores the high stakes in Kenyan politics, where new legislators are expected to navigate both public expectations and internal party dynamics.
Social media users quickly picked up on the drama, with videos of the exchange circulating widely online, sparking debates about political mentorship and the etiquette of newly elected leaders in Parliament.
Despite the tension, the swearing-in ceremony continued, marking the official start of the new legislators’ tenure, with eyes now on how Wamudhende will manage both his constituency expectations and party alliances in the coming months.
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