Nakuru West MP Samuel Arama has denied claims that he organised the goons to confront former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua during his visit to Nakuru County and Nakuru West constituency in particular.

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Speaking to the media on saturday august 15, Arama said he was shocked by the allegations, insisting that he was not even present in his constituency when the incident occurred.

According to the MP, he had not mobilised anyone to block or confront Gachagua, saying he should not be blamed for something he was not aware of.

"Gachagua was in my constituency and i am shocked to see that he is saying that Arama organised goons for him. Here in Nakuru west we do not have goons, we only have voters," Arama stated.

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"I want to tell him that I did not tell people to block him, as I was not even on the ground. Next time he should come when I am around," he added.

The MP said residents of Nakuru West should not be portrayed as goons, arguing that the constituency is made up of voters who have a right to express their views.

He further urged Gachagua to maintain mutual respect in their political engagemen ts, saying he has always treated the former Deputy President with respect.

His remarks come hours after Gachagua was blocked in the constituency during his rally f nakuru county, where youths mobilized by Arama allegedly attacked him.

His vehicles were destroyed with the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader blaming the county leadership, including Governor Susan Kihika and MP Arama.

Gachagua was first attacked on Friday, with the attacks on his convoy extending to Saturday, where he accused Arama of the violence, prompting the lawmaker to respond.

📰 Source: Kenyans.co.ke