Azimio leader Raila Odinga has applauded the courageous individuals who participated in the protests against the Finance Bill 2024 in Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD) on Tuesday, June 18, 2024.
Sharing a video of a young lady who was part of today’s demonstration, Raila expressed his pride and gratitude in the youngin’s courage to show up, oppose and reject the controversial bill.
“I’m a very proud father today! Hongera sana to the young lady and all those who bravely stood up for their rights!” Raila said.
In the video, the young lady conveyed a heartfelt message to the opposition leader, urging him to stay home and acknowledging his past efforts.
“Agwambo, this is a message to you, don’t come, don’t come outside. Please stay at home, we saw what you did for us. We miss you but don’t come, usitoke, now let us, tunatoka on your behalf,” she said.
As pledged on social media, protesters assembled in large numbers, dressed in black clothing, and welcomed MPs with placards and chants of “Ruto must go” during the Parliamentary session.
These demonstrators filled Parliament Road, voicing their anger over the Finance Bill 2024, which proposed additional taxes on already burdened taxpayers.
In response to the overwhelming public pressure, the government was compelled to scrap some of the proposed taxes in the Bill.
Earlier the National Assembly’s Finance and Planning Committee Chairperson Kimani Kuria announced changes to the Finance Bill 2024.
