- Nakuru East MP David Gikaria and his wife wore t-shirts branded with an apology message, seeking forgiveness from Kenyans for voting yes to the Finance Bill
- The t-shirts, printed with “Sorry for Voting Yes to Finance Bill,” aimed to mend their relationship with constituents who felt betrayed by the vote
- This gesture was a response to the intense public backlash and protests against the bill’s unpopular and oppressive taxes
Parliamentarians who voted in favor of the Finance Bill, despite clear opposition from Kenyans, are now reversing their stance following near-violent protests that almost led to the burning of the parliament building.
In a surprising move, Nakuru East MP David Gikaria and his wife wore t-shirts branded with a “Sorry for Voting Yes to Finance Bill” message in an effort to mend their relationship with their constituents, who have vowed to boycott them until their term ends.
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This act sends a strong message that MPs are now regretting their decision and realizing the importance of listening to the people’s voice.
Photos shared across various social media platforms show the MP humbly posing with his wife in white t-shirts with the apology printed in golden letters.
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In another photo, Gikaria is seen holding a red bag while wearing a similar t-shirt with the message printed in black letters.
These developments come after MPs ignored the public’s pleas to reject the Finance Bill 2024, which was criticized for introducing unpopular and draconian taxes that could make life unbearable for many Kenyans.
Instead, they followed President Ruto’s directive to pass the bill, leading to mass protests on June 25.
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This day saw an unprecedented revolution in Kenya’s history, as millions of protesters marched through the streets, overpowered the police, and stormed Parliament.
According to Citizen TV, MPs inside the building were shaken and had to be evacuated through an underground tunnel, with some even fainting in shock as the angry mob approached.
