Kenyan politician Kimani Ngunjiri recently leveled serious allegations against Didmus Barasa, another well-known figure in Kenyan politics, accusing him of misusing public funds, specifically funds from the Constituency Development Fund (CDF).
Ngunjiri claimed that Barasa, allegedly the youngest billionaire in Kenya, might be using CDF funds to acquire a private helicopter.
These accusations are part of a larger narrative of suspected financial improprieties that Ngunjiri claims exist within the political and business circles of certain influential individuals in Kenya.
Ngunjiri, formerly affiliated with the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), has been vocal about alleged corrupt activities within the party.
He recently parted ways with UDA, expressing his dissatisfaction with the party’s internal dealings and policies, which he feels primarily benefit a select few at the expense of the broader public.
Ngunjiri’s criticisms extend beyond the alleged misuse of funds by Barasa; he has also accused party members of involvement in distributing substandard goods like fake fertilizer, further exacerbating economic hardships in Kenya.
The accusations made by Ngunjiri have intensified scrutiny of both the use of public resources and the wealth accumulation practices of some politicians in Kenya.
This tension highlights a growing internal conflict within the country’s political landscape, as leaders continue to challenge each other on matters of accountability, public service ethics, and transparency.