Naivasha Member of Parliament Jayne Kihara has been summoned by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) to appear on Monday, July 14, over allegations of inciteful and disruptive remarks allegedly made during and after the recent anti-government protests.
The summons follow Kihara’s scathing press conference six days ago, where she accused the government of orchestrating chaos during the July 7 (Saba Saba) demonstrations by using NYS buses to ferry goons who looted and assaulted locals in Naivasha.
“Why cause death and destruction, then blame our community? This is a national shame!” she said in remarks that have since sparked outrage within government circles and scrutiny from security agencies.
Kihara’s statements came amid widespread reports of violence and lawlessness in parts of Nakuru County, including blocked roads and robberies along key transport routes during the Saba Saba protests. (Nation)
Sources within the DCI told Channel 15 News that the lawmaker’s comments are suspected to have inflamed ethnic tensions, and she is expected to record a statement clarifying her position and intent.
But in a bold and defiant Sunday night statement, Hon. Kihara fired back at the government:
“The days of intimidating leaders using the criminal justice system are long gone. Summoning me to DCI headquarters tomorrow will not change Kenyans’ resolve, because it’s not about Jayne Kihara — it’s about our country Kenya.”
“Mr. President, this is a tried and tested strategy. It has not worked before, and it will not work with you either. These political persecutions will not stop us from calling out this oppressive regime.”
Kihara, a longtime ally of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, has recently emerged as one of the fiercest critics of the Ruto administration, especially over its handling of public dissent and alleged police brutality.
Security analysts believe the DCI summons form part of a broader government response to outspoken leaders perceived to be stoking unrest, particularly in politically active regions like the Rift Valley.
The DCI has not ruled out possible hate speech or incitement charges, depending on the outcome of Kihara’s Monday session.
