Suba North Member of Parliament Millie Odhiambo has expressed concern about what she calls the increasing acceptance of gang intimidation in Kenya, cautioning that this trend might create significant security challenges for the nation.
In her Facebook post, Millie observed that employing organized groups to threaten individuals during conflicts is becoming more frequent and could ultimately weaken Kenya’s legal system.
Millie Odhiambo, representing Suba North constituency.
Millie referenced an occurrence in Kisumu where multiple young people were reportedly assembled to attempt forcing a business owner out of his property, alluding to the case mentioned by DCP Nairobi Patron Irungu Nyakera.
She additionally brought up another situation involving former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju, asserting that comparable groups had been deployed to intimidate him during a controversial matter currently drawing public interest.
“The proliferation of gangster culture permitted by authorities will trouble Kenya. One hundred gang members were deployed to attempt removing a businessman from his establishment in Kisumu. Identical gangsters were utilized to pursue Hon. Tuju just yesterday. Before long, similar to Haiti, we might require foreign assistance to manage our gangster problem,” stated Millie Odhiambo.
Millie Odhiambo, Suba North MP.
Millie cautioned that if these patterns of gang activities persist without intervention, Kenya might experience circumstances like those in Haiti where criminal organizations exercise greater control over society. She appealed to officials to take decisive measures against criminal networks and maintain legal order to prevent the nation from falling into chaos.
Millie Odhiambo’s remarks have triggered diverse responses from Kenyan citizens nationwide, with some criticizing her as a responsible party for these occurrences.
“You are part of that establishment, since you associate with the inclusive administration, communicate with your superior via telephone,” one Kenyan commented.
“This represents a ticking bomb whose victims won’t be restricted to vulnerable populations but will encompass the instigators as well,” another individual expressed sorrow.