Political activist Morara Kebaso has detailed a violent incident he endured during a public participation forum held at the Bomas of Kenya, where the topic of discussion was the impeachment of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
Kebaso recounted that shortly after arriving at the event on Friday, he was attacked by unknown individuals who threw chairs at him, resulting in injuries to his head, neck, and legs.
Reflecting on the experience, he believes the attack was premeditated, with numerous indications that he was being targeted.
He explained that upon reaching the venue, police officers initially prevented him from entering.
However, with support from the crowd, he was eventually allowed inside.
“I was stopped at multiple entrances, and at the last door, a high-ranking officer informed me I could only enter with one person, which I think compromised my security,” Kebaso told Spice FM.
Kebaso shared that he had publicly voiced his position on social media, advocating for the impeachment of both the President and the Deputy President.
This, he believes, may have made some people uncomfortable.
Once inside, he observed that the event’s MC, Ruaraka MP TJ Kajwang’, was reluctant to let him speak, and tension quickly escalated.
According to Kebaso, Kajwang’ even suggested that he not be given a chance to share his views, leading to further unrest.
As the chaos unfolded, a group of individuals reportedly associated with MPs Kajwang’, Beatrice Elachi (Dagoretti North), and George Aladwa (Makadara) began hurling chairs at Kebaso.
He attempted to remain calm but soon realized he was cornered, with over 30 chairs directed at him.
Kebaso described how some members of the public tried to shield him by stacking chairs around him.
Eventually, a police officer and several good Samaritans managed to help him escape to safety, after which he was taken to Nairobi Hospital and later transferred to another facility.
Despite the attack, Kebaso remains resolute in his mission to hold the government accountable.
He announced plans to begin a campaign this week for the reconstitution of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) and expressed his belief that the country’s leadership has failed to fulfill its promises to Kenyans.
He emphasized his stance, stating, “I believe Gachagua’s leadership is worse than President Ruto’s in terms of corruption, and while I think he should be impeached, I also believe those initiating his impeachment are not above reproach.”