“Huwezi pata watchman Mkikuyu. Utampata labda kwa bank na after three months utaskia bank imeibiwa.” ~ Nuru Okanga
Political activist Nuru Okanga has stirred controversy after making remarks targeting the Kikuyu community. In his statement, Okanga implied that it is rare to find Kikuyus working as security guards and alleged that if they are found in such positions, particularly in banks, incidents of theft might soon follow.
His comments have been met with mixed reactions, with critics accusing him of promoting ethnic stereotypes and profiling an entire community, while his supporters argue that he was simply expressing a personal opinion in a provocative manner.
The statement adds to the heated political discourse in the country, where ethnic narratives often find their way into debates. It also raises questions about responsible speech among political figures and the need to avoid remarks that could fuel divisions.
