Huruma Ward MCA Kimani Wanjohi Responds to MP Oscar Sudi Over Eldoret Protests Allegations

 

Amid rising political tension and public concern following the recent unrest in Eldoret, Huruma Ward MCA Kimani Wanjohi has issued a comprehensive and emotionally charged statement distancing himself from the chaos and responding directly to accusations leveled against him by Kapseret MP Oscar Kipchumba Sudi.

The unrest, which took place on June 25, left several injured and at least two people dead, prompting widespread condemnation and urgent calls for accountability. While many saw the protests as part of the nationwide youth-led movement driven by discontent over economic conditions, governance, and corruption, a war of words has erupted in Uasin Gishu County over who bears responsibility for the localized escalation of the demonstrations.

“I Was Not Involved”

Speaking at a press conference in Eldoret on Tuesday morning, MCA Kimani Wanjohi declared unequivocally that he had no role in planning, financing, or inciting the protests. According to Wanjohi, the unrest caught him completely off-guard while he was in Eldoret town attending to personal matters.

“I was not involved,” Wanjohi said firmly. “I had no role in planning or supporting any of it. If anyone doubts my word, I invite the National Intelligence Service to verify my location history, phone communications, and even my bank statements. I have nothing to hide.”

The MCA noted that he began receiving strange and accusatory phone calls—some even from police officers—questioning his supposed connection to the protests. This, he says, puzzled him, especially as he had no knowledge of any planned demonstration until the night before.

“Sudi Called Me – Then Hung Up”

Wanjohi went on to provide a detailed account of a phone call he received from Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi on the night of June 24—hours before the protests erupted.

“Hon. Sudi called me that night. He simply said there would be a demonstration the following day. He didn’t ask me to participate, nor did he give any details. Before I could even respond, he hung up,” Wanjohi recounted. “That was the extent of the conversation.”

Despite the cryptic nature of the call, Wanjohi said he did not imagine it would become the basis for public accusations from the MP that he, Wanjohi, had masterminded the following day's events.

Refuting Financial Allegations

In the wake of the protests, MP Sudi publicly alleged that Wanjohi had received a KSh1 million payment from an individual named Munyoro and the Deputy President to organize the demonstrations in Eldoret. Wanjohi has categorically denied the claim.

“That is a complete fabrication. I have never received a single cent from either of them,” he said. “Throwing around baseless accusations for political mileage is not just irresponsible—it is dangerous, especially in a region where tensions can rise quickly.”

A Call for Accountability and Constitutional Clarity

In his remarks, Wanjohi also issued a broader call for accountability, placing the responsibility for the failure to manage the situation squarely on law enforcement agencies.

“The primary responsibility for protecting life and property lies with the police service. That is not just moral—it's legal. It’s what the Constitution mandates. When the police fail to uphold their duty, it is the public who suffer,” he stated.

He emphasized that Members of County Assembly (MCAs) have no legal authority to approve or block public demonstrations, which are protected under Article 37 of the Constitution.

“Let me be clear—I am not Gen Z, I am a millennial. But even if Gen Z youth in Huruma or anywhere else decide to demonstrate, the Constitution gives them that right. It is not the role of elected leaders to suppress lawful dissent,” he said.

“This Is My Home – I Am Going Nowhere”

Wanjohi also used the opportunity to highlight his deep roots in Uasin Gishu County. Born, raised, and educated in the region, including obtaining a law degree from Moi University, the MCA said he has dedicated his career to serving the people of Huruma.

“I was born here. I grew up here. I studied here. I live and work here. This is my home. I will not be intimidated into silence or into leaving,” he declared. “I was elected by 14,000 people—the highest number of votes received by any MCA in this county. That mandate means something.”

Unity Over Division

In his closing remarks, Wanjohi urged residents of Huruma and the wider Uasin Gishu community to remain calm, reject political provocations, and stay united in the face of adversity.

“To the people of Huruma and Uasin Gishu: let’s stay calm, let’s stay united,” he said. “We must protect our communities, pursue justice, and demand accountability—peacefully and within the law.”

He also called on law enforcement agencies to execute their duties with fairness and without political interference. “Let the police do their job—objectively and professionally. The safety of our people must never be politicized.”

Looking Ahead

The MCA’s public address marks a significant moment in Uasin Gishu's unfolding political narrative, as tensions remain high and questions linger over how the demonstrations were allowed to spiral into violence. Wanjohi’s statement may serve as a call for more transparent dialogue among leaders and more responsible policing in response to public dissent.

While MP Oscar Sudi has yet to respond directly to Wanjohi’s statement, political observers say the ongoing dispute underscores a deeper rift within the region’s leadership—and highlights the need for mature, responsible engagement between elected officials.