Government officials have continued to bear the brunt of people’s displeasure with the Kenya Kwanza administration. While attending the Korom Festival in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, Sports Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen cut short his speech after a hostile crowd heckled him.
The CS went on stage and danced along to the music before addressing revelers. The music then faded down to give him a chance to make his speech. No sooner had he began his address than the crowd began to chant, ‘Ruto Must Go’.
Murkomen faces backlash from revelers
“I want to say congratulations to those who have performed, as ministry,” began the CS before being cut short.
He then continued making remarks that could not be heard amidst the chants, forcing him to end his speech.
Also Read: US Embassy Addresses Ban on Murkomen and Sudi
Korom Festival is a vibrant celebration of the Kalenjin community’s rich heritage. It features music, art, culinary delights, and cultural education aimed at fostering appreciation and unity.
The festival is named after the traditional Kalenjin word for ‘amazing’, symbolizing the joy in the unity and collective spirit of the event.
The event was held on December 7, 2024, at the Eldoret Sports Club.
Other politicians that have been heckled
Over the recent past, politicians and government officials’ speeches have been met by hostility in various occasions, across different parts of the country.
Also Read: Murkomen Appoints Ghost Mulee & Myke Rabar in Latest Govt Appointments
On November 23, 2024, mourners heckled a man sent to read a speech on behalf of the Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, during the burial of Murang’a Member of County Assembly, Mark Wainaina.
Nyeri Town Member of Parliament Duncan Mathenge also faced the wrath of the people after he was heckled while trying to address his constituents, on November 11, 2024.
It is believed that the cold reception was because of him backing the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
Follow our WhatsApp Channel and join our WhatsApp Group for real-time news updates.
