Mumelea Kiongozi: Sifuna credits Nairobians for his political rise
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has credited residents of the capital for raising him politically, saying their votes gave him the platform to become a prominent national political figure. Addressing a crowd at Marikiti Market in Nairobi on Sunday, September 13, 2026, Sifuna thanked Nairobi voters for electing him to the Senate, saying his national profile […]
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has expressed his gratitude to the residents of Nairobi for their political support, which he believes has propelled him to national prominence. During a speech at Marikiti Market on September 13, 2026, Sifuna thanked the voters for electing him to the Senate, emphasizing that their support was instrumental in his rise to prominence.
He challenged the crowd to acknowledge their role in his political journey, urging them to applaud themselves for supporting his ascent. In addition to expressing gratitude, Sifuna also hinted at his future political aspirations, stating that Kenyans are seeking to give him another assignment. He accused the government of using excessive force against young people during protests and claimed that the youth had been shot during demonstrations.
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