A Sunday service at the Bukaya Catholic church in Mumias West, Kakamega County turned chaotic when a scuffle broke out between Mumias East MP Peter Salasya and an unidentified man, purportedly a supporter of Kakamega governor Fernandes Baraza. A video screengrab captured the moment when Salasya was forcefully removed from the stage after the man snatched his microphone, creating a tense atmosphere in the church. The incident sheds light on the political tensions and rivalries within the region, highlighting the potential turmoil that can arise in public gatherings involving political figures.
Tension erupted at the Bukaya Catholic church in Mumias West, Kakamega County when Mumias East MP Peter Salasya began discussing the revival of the struggling Mumias Sugar Company and reforms in the sugar sector. It was during his speech that an unidentified man suddenly emerged from the crowd and forcefully snatched the microphone from the legislator. The situation quickly escalated into a physical altercation as fists were thrown, intensifying the chaos within the church. However, the police swiftly intervened to restore order and allow the church's planned Harambee fundraising event to proceed without further disruptions. This incident underscores the deeply entrenched tensions and divisions over critical issues, such as the agribusiness sector, that exist within the region.
