Are the nude photos of the Nairobi senator Mike Mbuvi aka "Sonko" together with his female counterpart, friend, ally and even "sister" Nairobi women representative, Rachel Shebesh aka "Manzi wa Nairobi" genuine or they're simply a figment and creation of the sophisticated graphical software programmes like photoshop?
Who posted these photos and what were their motives?
Should we care as a nation and people living in Nairobi, that people occupying such key leadership positions for a city of global reputation - and which as a matter of fact, ought to be setting the pace and trend for other cities in the continent - would be found in such controversial position?
Since coming to the limelight following the 2010 constitution making process, the life of one Mike Sonko has been mired in controversy after controversy. The folks he presents however, see him as nothing but their hero. A man who would pay their bills and go to any lengths fighting for their rights. From the blings, weird hair-cuts and casual dress code in parliament, Sonko has redefined the new crop of leader of this country should brace for. The free spirits who aren't afraid to express themselves in whatever way or form they deem fit.
Shebesh on the other hand has been a fiery politician during her days in ODM before decamping to TNA in the months leading to the elections following the euphoria.
The two leaders have been at loggerheads over the recent past both before and after the March 2013 elections before being reconciled by Hon. Kenyatta, the de facto leader of TNA at the time. The recent born of contention has to do with allegations of Shebesh's encounters and communication with the former prime minister and CORD leader Raila Odinga. Grapevine has it that Sonko is accusing Shebesh of spying on behalf of CORD on the deep secrets and strategies of the Jubilee government. While this hasn't been confirmed yet, the allegations are pretty damning and have the effect of complicating her position in the party. In fact, in what appears to be a consequence of this, Ms. Shebesh is said to have resigned from all her positions in parliament on behalf of her party.
As a Kenyan, the goings on within political parties aren't exactly my concern, especially after exercising my suffrage. I pay taxes and i expect results. That's the bottom line! As a matter of fact, whatever happened or did not happen between the two Nairobi politicians within the confines of their private space or wherever they were when these photos doing rounds were captured is none of my business. It only becomes my business when the photos appear on the screen of my computer, phone or tablet and i have to question whether the people bestowed with the responsibility of steering this city to a prosperous future really have the moral authority to do that.
There have been calls all over in the social media for the two politicians to resign for "acting" in a manner that compromises the stature of both the parliament and the senate. While these two organs aren't exactly the compass or conscience on moral issues, there is consensus out there that as a nation, we ought to have a set of irreducible moral standards that anyone aspiring to be a leader should live up to.
On chapter six of our constitution, on leadership and integrity, a state officer - which i believe Mps and senators are part of - should at all times act in a manner that "brings honor to the nation and dignity to the office and promotes public confidence in the integrity of the office". The constitution is however silent on the moral grounds that would compel any member of parliament or senate to resign. This therefore means that these leaders and others who engage in misconduct while in office will remain there until the next elections are held. By that time, Kenyans will have forgotten the issues and vote the same people back in office.
The cycle continues...
Who posted these photos and what were their motives?
Should we care as a nation and people living in Nairobi, that people occupying such key leadership positions for a city of global reputation - and which as a matter of fact, ought to be setting the pace and trend for other cities in the continent - would be found in such controversial position?
Since coming to the limelight following the 2010 constitution making process, the life of one Mike Sonko has been mired in controversy after controversy. The folks he presents however, see him as nothing but their hero. A man who would pay their bills and go to any lengths fighting for their rights. From the blings, weird hair-cuts and casual dress code in parliament, Sonko has redefined the new crop of leader of this country should brace for. The free spirits who aren't afraid to express themselves in whatever way or form they deem fit.
Shebesh on the other hand has been a fiery politician during her days in ODM before decamping to TNA in the months leading to the elections following the euphoria.
The two leaders have been at loggerheads over the recent past both before and after the March 2013 elections before being reconciled by Hon. Kenyatta, the de facto leader of TNA at the time. The recent born of contention has to do with allegations of Shebesh's encounters and communication with the former prime minister and CORD leader Raila Odinga. Grapevine has it that Sonko is accusing Shebesh of spying on behalf of CORD on the deep secrets and strategies of the Jubilee government. While this hasn't been confirmed yet, the allegations are pretty damning and have the effect of complicating her position in the party. In fact, in what appears to be a consequence of this, Ms. Shebesh is said to have resigned from all her positions in parliament on behalf of her party.
As a Kenyan, the goings on within political parties aren't exactly my concern, especially after exercising my suffrage. I pay taxes and i expect results. That's the bottom line! As a matter of fact, whatever happened or did not happen between the two Nairobi politicians within the confines of their private space or wherever they were when these photos doing rounds were captured is none of my business. It only becomes my business when the photos appear on the screen of my computer, phone or tablet and i have to question whether the people bestowed with the responsibility of steering this city to a prosperous future really have the moral authority to do that.
There have been calls all over in the social media for the two politicians to resign for "acting" in a manner that compromises the stature of both the parliament and the senate. While these two organs aren't exactly the compass or conscience on moral issues, there is consensus out there that as a nation, we ought to have a set of irreducible moral standards that anyone aspiring to be a leader should live up to.
On chapter six of our constitution, on leadership and integrity, a state officer - which i believe Mps and senators are part of - should at all times act in a manner that "brings honor to the nation and dignity to the office and promotes public confidence in the integrity of the office". The constitution is however silent on the moral grounds that would compel any member of parliament or senate to resign. This therefore means that these leaders and others who engage in misconduct while in office will remain there until the next elections are held. By that time, Kenyans will have forgotten the issues and vote the same people back in office.
The cycle continues...
