President Ruto's Corruption Allegations Against Parliament Sparks Political Rift - August 2025
A growing rift has emerged between President William Ruto and Parliament following allegations that some legislators are receiving bribes. The Kenyan Senate challenged President Ruto to provide proof for his claims of extortion and bribery against its members. Senate Speaker Amason Kingi defended senators against allegations that they demand bribes of up to Ksh 150 million to make decisions. In response, some Members of Parliament have accused President Ruto of being the source of corruption within the legislative body. Amid the dispute, some Kenyans are urging the President to follow through on his threats to order the arrest of MPs involved in corruption.
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Senate dares Ruto to prove extortion claims
The Kenyan Senate has challenged President William Ruto to provide proof for his allegations of extortion and bribery against Senators. Senate Speaker Amason Kingi has vociferously defended the institution, asserting its commitment to upholding integrity in its oversight role of county governments.
Wakenya wamtaka Ruto atekeleze vitisho vyake dhidi ya wabunge wala rushwa
Some Kenyans are urging President William Ruto to follow through on his threats and order the arrest of members of parliament involved in corruption. However, others argue that the fight against corruption should include all government officials, not just parliamentarians.
Spika Kingi awatetea maseneta kufuatia madai ya Rais Ruto ya hongo
The Speaker of the Kenyan Senate, Amason Kingi, has defended the institution against allegations by President William Ruto that some senators demand bribes of up to Ksh 150 million to make decisions. Kingi urged Kenyans to trust the senators.
Tofauti kati ya Rais William Ruto na wabunge zazidi baada ya madai kuwa wabunge wanakula mlungula
A growing rift has emerged between President William Ruto and Members of Parliament (MPs) following allegations that some legislators are receiving bribes. This development suggests increasing tensions within the political landscape.