Governor Kihika Fires Speechwriter on Stage Over ‘Wamunyoro’ Blunder During Madaraka Day Speech
A humorous slip turned into a dramatic dismissal during Madaraka Day celebrations in Nakuru County on Sunday, June 1.
Governor Susan Kihika, while addressing a lively crowd, made a blunder that instantly lit up the audience.
While listing ongoing projects, she mistakenly said “Wamunyoro” instead of “Wanyororo Vocational Training Centre in Kabatini.”
Seconds later, she stunned the crowd.
“Construction of two lecture rooms at Wamunyoro – no, sorry, Wanyororo – vocational centre in Kabatini,” Kihika said, then paused.
“And by the way, my writer of this speech is fired,” she added, sending the crowd into roars of laughter and surprise.
Her comment wasn’t just a joke. The dismissal was public, swift, and final.
Political Undercurrents Behind the Slip
Although it may have seemed like a light moment, the name Wamunyoro carries serious political weight.
It’s the name of the private home of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in Nyeri County. It’s also where he hosts many of his high-level political meetings.
The Nakuru governor, a fierce critic of Gachagua, has consistently distanced herself from his ideologies.
“Don’t worry. I will always be at Ruto’s side,” Kihika reassured the crowd soon after the gaffe.
Kihika’s Past Clashes With Gachagua
Kihika has never minced her words when it comes to Gachagua.
Just last month, she called him out for what she termed as dangerous political rhetoric.
“This is extremely reckless,” she said, referring to Gachagua’s warning that the next elections could turn more violent than 2007/2008.
“Coming from a region that bore the brunt of the chaos, I find it unacceptable.”
“Gachagua must stop imagining his political battles are national emergencies.”
She didn’t stop there.
“There comes a time when a country is bigger than an individual,” she declared.
“Gachagua, that time is now. We will not bleed again — not for any politician.”
Leaders Echo Kihika’s Call for Peace
Saboti MP Caleb Amisi joined her in urging political leaders to avoid reckless remarks.
He stressed that Kenya cannot afford another round of post-election violence.
“Politicians must stop inciting chaos,” Amisi stated.
“Our people deserve peace and progress, not fear and bloodshed.”
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Governor Kihika Fires Speechwriter on Stage Over ‘Wamunyoro’ Blunder During Madaraka Day Speech
