- Mumias East MP Peter Salasya has revealed the terrifying details of a 3 am forest crash that nearly claimed his life just before the last elections
- In a gripping Instagram post, Salasya described how the vehicle struck a tree and how he desperately called upon Jesus in their darkest moment
- This horrifying experience, he said, has profoundly impacted his spiritual life, leading him to never leave the house without a prayer
Mumias East MP, Peter Salasya, has opened up about a terrifying near-death experience during the final stretch of his election campaign that deepened his faith and reshaped his spiritual outlook.

Taking to Instagram on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, the vibrant legislator recounted surviving a harrowing crash at 3 am, just two months before the last general elections.
In a heartfelt post, Salasya revealed how his campaign vehicle collided with a tree deep within an unnamed forest.
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He described the crash as a life-changing moment, emphasizing how the uncertainty of that night led him to cry out for divine intervention.
“God is faithful indeed,” Salasya wrote.
“Campaigns are a challenging time for politicians. We faced a terrifying accident at 3 am, and at that moment, when hope was fading, I called upon Jesus loudly. Miraculously, something changed when the vehicle hit a large tree.”
The Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP-K) lawmaker disclosed that the accident, though horrific, left an indelible mark on his faith.
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Since that incident, Salasya has adopted a daily prayer routine, ensuring he never steps out without seeking divine protection.
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The MP also reflected on the intense pressures politicians face during campaign seasons, adding that such challenges often go unnoticed by the public.