Nominated Senator Karen Nyamu on Tuesday, November 19, addressed reports that her property had been put up for auction over rent arrears.
Speaking in an interview with K24 TV, Nyamu dismissed the claims, stating that some individuals were attempting to tarnish her reputation through malicious tactics.
“There are people who think they can use the media and rogue means to arm-twist and intimidate you into making commitments they know are unjust.
I am here to show them that such tactics don’t work with everyone. The right way must always be followed,” Nyamu asserted.
The senator added that she prefers not to discuss her private matters in public but acknowledged widespread attention to the issue.
Nyamu also revealed that some Kenyans offered to raise money for her after the reports surfaced, a gesture she found touching.
“On Monday, November 18, a section of Kenyans raised money for me, thinking I am broke.
I am grateful for the concern, but I am not broke.
I even received some contributions on my phone. Thank you, but I don’t need it now.
When I do, I’ll share a pay bill number,” she quipped.
The controversy began when reports emerged on social media alleging that Nyamu owed rent arrears amounting to sh1.25 million.
This reportedly led auctioneers, with the support of police, to access her residence at Graceville Villas, Runda, to seize property as directed by a Nairobi court.
The property owner, James Gichuru Kirubi, had initiated legal proceedings when the arrears initially stood at sh385,000.
Milimani Senior Principal Magistrate, Nyoike, later ordered Runda police to facilitate the auctioneers’ entry to recover the debt.
Despite the viral footage and speculation, Nyamu reiterated her stance, emphasizing that her financial standing remains stable.
