Edwin Sifuna says his Kitengela political rally was disrupted after police fired teargas and shots, describing the incident as intimidation while vowing that the disruption will not stop future mobilization efforts.
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has broken his silence after a political engagement in Kitengela ended abruptly when police lobbed teargas and fired shots, sending supporters fleeing and cutting short the gathering.
In a statement issued after the chaos, Sifuna thanked Kitengela residents for turning up despite what he described as harassment and intimidation earlier in the day.
According to the senator, tensions began when unknown individuals allegedly vandalized the rally setup, destroying the dais and sound equipment ahead of the meeting.
Rally Disruption Sparks Political Tension
Sifuna claimed the situation escalated when officers dispersed the assembled crowd using teargas, even though he insisted the gathering was peaceful and lawful.
Videos circulating online appeared to show supporters scrambling for safety as smoke filled the venue.
The outspoken lawmaker framed the disruption as part of a wider struggle over political space and democratic participation, arguing that intimidation should not replace lawful engagement. He maintained that public assemblies must be protected, not suppressed.
Defiant Message to Supporters
Despite the incident, Sifuna struck a firm tone, assuring supporters that political mobilization would continue. He emphasized resilience and unity, saying disruptions would not deter his agenda or silence his voice.
The Kitengela incident has since fueled debate about crowd control, political freedoms, and the handling of public rallies as Kenya’s political environment grows increasingly active.
Observers say the fallout could intensify conversations around balancing security concerns with constitutional rights an issue likely to remain central as political engagements continue nationwide.
