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The remarks immediately set off laughter among those present, with the President maintaining a light mood as he continued speaking on expectations for official events.
Orange Democratic Movement leader Oburu Odinga also strongly condemned the incident, describing it as a cowardly act that has no place in society and calling for action against those responsible.
According to projections presented before the committee, the arrangement could generate about Sh900 billion over its lifetime, with nearly 76 per cent expected to go to the private partner, a breakdown MPs said raised serious questions about fairness and value for money.
Sefu Shabani Ramadhan, widely known as Matonya, appeared before Chief Magistrate Robinson Ondiek at the Shanzu Law Courts, where he faced one count of rape.The court granted bond set at Sh 500,000, with a requirement for one Kenyan surety.
According to Derick Luvega, Director of Communication at the Vihiga Senate Office, the attack happened shortly after armed individuals confronted him and questioned his political position before turning violent. His security team reportedly acted cautiously and avoided opening fire in a crowded area to prevent harm to civilians.
Health facilities are another major area of concern. Patients report paying extra charges to access treatment, secure hospital beds, or move faster through queues. These costs affect many families, especially those already struggling with limited income.
While issuing the sentence, Magistrate Onyina said the court had considered mitigation arguments from defence lawyers, submissions from the Director of Public Prosecutions, pre-sentencing reports, and the period the accused had already spent in custody since their arrest.
During the sitting on Thursday, chaired by Saku MP Dido Ali Rasso, concerns were raised over whether current anti-drug strategies have sufficient legal backing, with the committee emphasizing that enforcement must be grounded in approved legislation.
The committee, chaired by Tindi Mwale, questioned officials led by Principal Administrative Secretary Moses Mbaruku over issues flagged by the Office of the Auditor General.
The deals, signed during the inaugural Kenya–Morocco Joint Commission of Cooperation in Nairobi, signal a shift toward more practical, results-driven collaboration aimed at boosting economic transformation and intra-African trade.
The Governor assured residents that administrative measures have been put in place to guarantee that there is no disruption in essential services during the transition.
According to a statement by Acting U.S. Attorney Catherine L. Crosby, 39-year-old Stanley Amalemba Ambeyi admitted in November 2025 to being in possession of a firearm while unlawfully present in the country.