Informing, Inspiring, Impacting

Okiya Omtatah Sparks Controversy with Remarks, Shifting Focus from Finance Bill

Okiya Omtatah, a prominent figure in the country’s political landscape, is widely recognized not only for his role as the Busia County Senator but also for his longstanding history of keeping judges and magistrates busy with an array of court cases.

Recently, Okiya Omtatah faced a setback when the court dismissed his petition concerning the Finance Bill, triggering a wave of reactions across the nation. Barely a day after this significant ruling, Okiya Omtatah once again made headlines by delivering strong statements during the Western Region Sugar Summit.

As reported by The Standard on their official Telegram page, Okiya Omtatah stirred controversy by openly opposing the idea of zoning in the sugar sector.

According to the Busia County Senator, farmers should retain the right to own land and should be empowered to decide where they sell their raw materials, guided by the contracts they hold with various sugar factories.

You Might Missed: “ Morning Surprise for Raila: Being Told, ‘You Can’t Simultaneously Belong to Two Parties.”

In a parallel development, the ODM Party, under the long-time leadership of Azimio leader Raila Odinga, has faced growing challenges in recent times. The situation escalated when the party expelled five MPs, sparking widespread outrage nationwide.

Adding to the political drama, Javas Bigambo sent a provocative message to Raila Odinga, raising doubts about his party membership status. Bigambo argued that since Baba campaigned for the presidency under the Azimio coalition party, it remains unclear whether he belongs to that party or the ODM Party, as he cannot hold membership in both simultaneously.

Stay tuned for further updates on these developments. Thank you for reading, and please share widely to help us keep the public informed, educated, and entertained.