Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has strongly denied reports that he was forced to flee from the home of the late Malava MP Malulu Injendi in Kakamega County. Dismissing the claims as mere propaganda, Natembeya stated that no one could chase him away from his own political stronghold.
“No one can chase me out of my own turf. Stop this desperate propaganda,” the governor wrote on Facebook, refuting media reports that suggested he had been confronted by hostile youths chanting pro-President William Ruto slogans.
The incident allegedly occurred when Natembeya visited the home of the late MP to offer his condolences to the bereaved family. According to reports, a section of rowdy youth turned against him, forcing his security team to escort him to his vehicle amid rising tensions.
A video circulating on social media appears to show the governor being escorted by his security detail as an angry crowd follows closely behind. However, Natembeya has dismissed the claims of being chased away, insisting that the narrative is being exaggerated for political reasons.
Following the incident, Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa condemned the unruly behavior and urged the youth to respect leaders, especially during the mourning period of the late Malulu Injendi.
“Malulu Injendi was a peace-loving leader, and from today until he is laid to rest, we want his send-off to be respectful. We do not want any form of violence, and we plead with all the residents of Kakamega to demonstrate tolerance,” Barasa stated.
Natembeya has been one of the most vocal critics of President Ruto’s Kenya Kwanza administration, often clashing with leaders allied to the ruling party. His confrontational stance has put him at odds with pro-government politicians, making him a frequent target of political hostility.
The Kakamega incident underscores the growing political tensions in the country, with deepening divisions between government supporters and opposition figures. As the country gears up for future political battles, it remains to be seen how leaders like Natembeya will navigate the increasingly charged political landscape.
