The remark, “MP Ruku, unaonekana kichwa yako ni kubwa lakini mafikra iko kando ya kichwa chako,” was part of an incident where an Embu elder publicly criticized MP Ruku.
The elder’s words, though humorous, conveyed deep dissatisfaction with the MP’s actions or leadership.
The elder essentially pointed out a gap between the MP’s perceived intelligence or leadership based on his appearance and the actual decisions or actions he was taking.
This occurred during a community event where the elder spoke on behalf of other residents, voicing their frustrations with MP Ruku’s performance in office.
The phrase became a symbolic way of expressing that while the MP may have the physical presence or appearance of a leader, his decisions were disconnected from the wisdom expected of someone in his position.
This kind of public criticism reflects a common trend in African politics, where leaders are often called out by elders or citizens when they fail to meet expectations.
It also emphasizes the importance of wise and thoughtful leadership in positions of power.
