Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale has publicly challenged National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula to disclose the details of his discussions with the late former Lugari MP, Cyrus Jirongo, on the night before the politician’s death.
Speaking during Jirongo’s burial on Tuesday in Lumakanda, Khalwale said the solemn occasion was also an opportunity for leaders to provide clarity to the public on lingering questions about the circumstances surrounding Jirongo’s fatal road accident on the Nakuru–Naivasha highway.
Addressing former Vihiga Senator George Khaniri, Khalwale emphasized that Kenyans deserved transparency.
“I would like you, George, to say what happened on that evening because you said you saw Speaker Wetang’ula with the late. This is the right occasion,” he said.
Turning his remarks directly to Wetang’ula, Khalwale demanded that the Speaker shed light on his interactions with Jirongo on the fateful night.
“I want my brother, Speaker Wetang’ula, to tell us, the Waluhya people, what you discussed with Jirongo. What were you planning?” Khalwale said, drawing murmurs from the gathered mourners.
The senator’s statements reflect mounting public curiosity and concern over the final hours days of the late politician, whose sudden death has prompted calls for accountability and transparency from senior political figures.
Khalwale also sharply rebuked Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, accusing him of misleading President William Ruto.
“You lied to Ruto that Luhyas will back you in 2027, which Luhyas told you that?” Khalwale asked.
He added, “Now you want a constitutional referendum to ring-fence your own seat. Is this about your position… or the hunger biting the masses?”
