Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka has exposed the lavish and careless lifestyle of Kenya’s political elite, showing how deep the problems in governance run.
His confession about his time as a Member of Parliament has shocked many, as he admitted that he and his colleagues used to mock Busia Senator Okiyah Omtatah for his relentless fight for constitutional integrity and accountability.
Onyonka revealed that while Omtatah was chaining himself to courts and demanding justice, many MPs, including himself, saw him as a joke rather than a hero. “When Busia Senator Okiyah Omtatah used to chain himself to the courts and scream about the Constitution, many of us would laugh at him,” Onyonka admitted.
This statement has sparked outrage and reflection among Kenyans, as it confirms long-held suspicions about the indifference of those in power. He went further, giving a glimpse of the extravagant life enjoyed by politicians.
“When I was an MP, you could fly to Australia for three weeks and get Ksh 3 million to us, life was sweet,” he added.
This remark exposes how public funds were misused to fund unnecessary foreign trips while ordinary citizens struggled with poverty, high taxes, and lack of basic services. Onyonka’s shocking admission reveals how out of touch many lawmakers were with the realities faced by Kenyans.
While activists like Omtatah were sacrificing their time and energy to fight for justice, parliamentarians were indulging in expensive travels and personal luxuries.
The revelation raises serious concerns about the priorities of Kenya’s political class and how much public money was wasted on personal benefits rather than national development.
His confession also signals a change in how politics is being viewed today. In the past, corruption and wasteful spending were common, but such issues were rarely addressed openly by those in power.
Now, Onyonka’s words suggest a growing awareness among some leaders that things cannot continue as they have before. Many Kenyans are increasingly demanding accountability and transparency from those in office, making it harder for politicians to continue with business as usual.
This revelation has left many wondering how much more has been hidden from the public. If MPs could mock someone fighting for justice and spend millions on trips with no consequences, what other unethical practices have been taking place behind closed doors?
Onyonka’s statement is a wake-up call for Kenyans to remain vigilant and continue pushing for better governance. It also serves as a warning to politicians that the era of unchecked luxury and impunity is coming to an end. The public is watching, and the demand for accountability is only growing stronger.
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