I saw death with my own eyes, says Kanini Kega after alleged Ol Kalou incident
EALA MP Kanini Kega alleges that unidentified armed men attempted to kill or abduct him near Ol Kalou. Kega claims the attackers were police officers, though the Inspector General of Police has denied deploying any such team.
Why it matters
The incident highlights serious concerns regarding political intimidation and the potential misuse of state security apparatus in Kenya.
EALA MP Kanini Kega during a past event/COURTESY
EALA MP Kanini Kega has claimed that unidentified armed men attempted to kill or abduct him near Ol Kalou during an incident on Monday.
Speaking to the press on Tuesday, Kega described the incident as the most terrifying moment of his life and said his driver's quick reaction allowed them to drive away.
"Yesterday was a turning point in my life. I saw death with my own eyes," Kega said.
"There is no police officer who can brandish a gun without the intention of shooting. It is only within a split second that my driver was able to swerve and drive away."
Kega alleged that unidentified armed men pursued his vehicle in broad daylight about 500 metres from Ol Kalou town.
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