Juja MP George Koimburi has apologized over claims of receiving Ksh 2 million bribe to pass the contentious Finance Bill 2024.
Through a letter read at the floor of the House by Speaker Moses Wetangula, the MP confirmed that the MP’s indeed received the said bribe causing chaos from the youth after it had passed.
“I, George Koimburu Ndung’u, would like to tender my apology to the House leadership and my fellow members of parliament. I understand we are living in very dynamic and sensitive times, and my past utterances may have caused problems in the country. I am remorseful and humbly seeking forgiveness,” he said
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Speaking after the bews was Mathira MP Erick Wamumbi who called on the Parliament to punish the Juja MP and also a probe conducted on MP’s who voted no as they were also bribed.
“We don’t want Koimburi to come and give an explanation. We heard what he said. For these members to redeem their images and integrity, Koimburi must be punished, Mr. Speaker. Those members who also voted NO need to tell us whether they were bribed to vote NO,” he said
MP George Koimburi who was absent in Parliament has been called upon by the Speaker to avail himself on July 30th and elaborate on the context of the letter.
“I have reluctantly allowed Hon. Koimburi to appear before the House by 2:45 PM on July 30 to explain his actions concerning the complaints raised by the affected members and the context of the apology letter. Thereafter, I shall guide the House on any subsequent action to be taken on the matter,” said Moses Wetangula.
