MP Kuria Kimani shares a comical tale of receiving money from Kenyans to verify his contact details, leading to unexpected challenges and a refund attempt.
Molo MP, Kuria Kimani, found himself in a peculiar situation when Kenyans sent him Ksh168,000 to confirm his contact information. In a twist of events, Kimani attempted to refund the money but faced difficulties due to the large sum. The MP humorously stated, 'I tried reversing the Sh1 and the Sh2 but it was impossible because it came in hundreds of thousands.' The incident occurred amidst efforts by Kenyans to lobby lawmakers, including the President and his deputy, regarding the Finance Bill.
During a committee hearing on the Finance Bill, Kimani sought guidance on handling the unexpected Ksh168,000 received from concerned citizens. The National Assembly Finance Committee Chair disclosed the hilarious scenario where he received the money to confirm his number, leaving him puzzled by the unexpected gesture. Despite the light-hearted nature of the incident, it highlighted the unique ways in which Kenyans engage with their representatives in matters of public interest.
In a quirky turn of events, Kenyans' spontaneous act of sending money to Kimani for verification showcased their proactive involvement in political processes. The incident symbolizes the vibrant civic engagement present in Kenya, where citizens take creative initiatives to reach out to their elected officials. MP Kuria Kimaniโs experience serves as a reminder of the dynamic relationship between leaders and the public, filled with unexpected but lighthearted moments.
This is after a group of Kenyans shared contact information of MPs, the President, and his deputy to lobby lawmakers to oppose the controversial Finance Bill ...
Molo MP Kuria Kimani at a committee hearing on the Finance Bill 2024 on June 4, 2024. Photo. Parliament of Kenya.
"I tried reversing the Sh1 and the Sh2 but it was impossible because it came in hundreds of thousands."
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 19 - National Assembly Finance Committee Chair Kimani Kuria has disclosed he received Sh168,000 from Kenyans who sent money ranging ...
Molo member of parliament (MP), who is also the National Assembly Finance Committee Chairperson Kuria Kimani has disclosed that he received Ksh168,000.