‘Always be objective’ – Esther Passaris slams critics over her support for JKIA-Adani deal
Nairobi County Woman Representative Esther Passaris has slammed Kenyans on X for condemning her support of Indian conglomerate Adani Enterprises in the planned takeover of the operations at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). Citizens have been expressing concerns about the decision to allow a foreign company to manage one of Kenya’s key infrastructural assets. […]
Passaris defends Adani deal as strike spreads
Esther Passaris has defended the JKIA-Adani deal, stating that the Indian conglomerate- Adani Group has done exemplary work in other countries. Speaking at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, Passaris said that the government needs to ensure that the public is informed of the potential benefits the takeover may present. […]
PHOTOS: Nairobi City Marathon kicks off in style
The Nairobi City Marathon on Sunday, September 8, 2024, kicked off in style with several leaders taking part in the annual race which allowed participants to run on the Expressway. Prominent in the list of leaders who attended the morning race were Youth Affairs and Sports cabinet secretary Kipchumba Murkomen, Leader of the majority party […]
Passaris defends her controversial remarks amid accusations of racism
Nairobi County Woman Representative Esther Passaris has addressed the backlash following her controversial comments about Kenya’s population growth and its impact on the country’s economic challenges. Passaris’s remarks, made during an interview on K24 TV on Monday, July 22, 2024, attributed Kenya’s economic difficulties to overpopulation, sparking a heated debate. “Life has become more expensive […]
Esther Passaris condemns use of water canons, teargas in residential areas
Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris has condemned the use of live ammunition, water cannons and tear gas in residential areas. Passaris said the police violated the rights of innocent people who were not part of the Tuesday, July 23, 2024, anti-government protests. The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) legislature further stated that the residential areas should […]
‘There is no justification’ – Esther Passaris condemns police for using live ammunitions on Kenyans
Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris has taken a bold stand against the use of live bullets by the police force on Kenyan citizens. Passaris unequivocally stated on her X account on Monday, July 15 2024 that Gen Z, who have been at the forefront of recent protests, were innocent and only held flags and their […]
Esther Passaris rejects Finance Bill 2024
Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris has rejected the Finance Bill 2024. Speaking during the voting of the Finance Bill in parliament on Thursday, June 20, 2024, Passaris voiced her concerns and reasons for her decision, emphasizing the importance of heeding public opinion. Passaris highlighted a disconnect between the Bill’s provisions and the population’s sentiments. “Much […]