Senator Gloria Orwoba

Senator Orwoba Gets a 79-Day Time-Out! What Did She Do?

Senator Gloria Orwoba has started her 79-day suspension from the Senate! But fear not, she says she's learned her lesson and is coming back better than ever!

In a surprising twist of events, Nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba has begun a 79-day suspension from the Kenyan Senate, officially marking her absence as of now. This comes after she faced a court battle, resulting in a significant loss for the Senator. Although initially ordered to be suspended for a whole year, the Senate has graciously decided to cut that time down to just under three months. But what exactly prompted this suspension?

It's been revealed that Orwoba's downfall stems from breaching the Parliamentary code of conduct, leading to serious allegations of gross misconduct. Following the Senate's decision, Orwoba expressed her regret, stating, "I've learned my lessons, and I'm committed to being a better public servant upon my return." The words seem heartfelt, but will the voters be convinced? Only time will tell if the people of Kenya are ready to welcome her back with open arms.

Suspension, however brief, puts Orwoba in a spot — she'll be losing out on privileges and perks that come with her role, leaving many to wonder what she will do with her newfound free time instead. Perhaps she'll take up knitting for tranquility or write a tell-all book about her adventures in the Senate — we can only hope!

As the suspense builds towards May 1, the countdown begins for Senator Orwoba's return. In the meantime, this isn't the first time in Kenya's political history we’ve seen officials face disciplinary actions. In fact, several high-profile politicians have experienced similar fates over the years. Will Senator Orwoba's story offer a cautionary tale or inspire a comeback? Only her actions upon return will tell!