Nelson Koech, the Belgut MP and Chair of the National Assembly Defence Committee, has attracted public anger after calling for a shoot-to-kill order on violent protesters.
His remarks were made in Chebirbei, Kericho County, where he openly criticized President Ruto’s softer shoot-to-disable directive, claiming it was too lenient.
Koech’s extreme call for lethal force against protesters has shocked many, especially in the middle of a national crisis marked by anger, joblessness, and police brutality.
What’s even more disturbing is that while Koech advocates deadly force on unarmed youth, his own family is caught up in a serious land grabbing scandal that paints a picture of entitlement and corruption.
The hypocrisy is glaring. His wife Yvonne Chepkurui Kones and her mother Beatrice Kones are listed as directors of Konyon Company Ltd, the firm behind the construction of 11 luxury cottages in the protected Ngong’ Road Forest.
Environmental activists and Kenyans online have condemned the development as an abuse of power. Worse, it was revealed that both Yvonne and Beatrice hold 500 shares each in the company, raising valid concerns of conflict of interest and exploitation of public resources for private gain.
These revelations, first exposed by Kenya Insights and later reported by Daily Nation, have turned public opinion sharply against Koech, who is seen as using his position to defend wealth while calling for the death of struggling citizens.
Social media users did not hold back. One user, I am Chege, posted that Koech is a thief hiding behind state power and accused him of looting public funds while calling for blood on the streets. Others demanded serious action including visa bans and lifestyle audits, saying leaders like Koech must not be allowed to get away with double standards and open abuse of power.
His statements are seen as dangerous, and the timing couldn’t be worse. While young Kenyans are peacefully demanding justice and reforms, Koech wants them silenced with bullets.
The public is tired of arrogant leaders who promote violence yet shield their own families from accountability.
Nelson Koech’s remarks, coupled with the land grabbing allegations involving his close family, show a pattern of impunity. The situation calls for immediate investigations, public pressure, and political consequences.
Kenyans are making it clear, they will no longer tolerate threats and corruption disguised as leadership. Koech must answer both for his reckless remarks and the questionable dealings tied to his family.
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