Monday, September 8, 2025 - Sirisia MP John Waluke is facing intense public backlash after a disturbing incident at the Jukwaa La Usalama security forum in Bungoma on Saturday, September 6th.
This is after Waluke forced a man with dwarfism to run
across the dais and salute Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen, in
what he claimed was a demonstration of why persons with disabilities should not
serve in the police force.
The act, widely circulated on social media, has been
condemned as cruel and discriminatory.
Rights organizations and government officials have denounced
Waluke’s behavior, calling it a violation of dignity and a setback to
disability inclusion.
The National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) issued a
strong statement, saying:
“We strongly condemn Sirisia MP, John Waluke’s act of
parading a short-statured man to mock him.”
“Such conduct is demeaning, discriminatory, and a violation
of the rights of persons with disabilities.”
Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura also criticized the MP,
noting that youth with disabilities have undergone paramilitary training
through the National Youth Service since 2015 and now serve in various sectors.
“What you did to that young person with disability in public
is totally unacceptable,” Mwaura said.
Nominated Senator Crystal Asige described the video as
“incredibly disappointing,” adding, “We may be disabled, but our votes are not.
That is not the behavior of national leaders.”
The incident has reignited calls for respect, dignity and
equal opportunity for all Kenyans, regardless of physical ability.
The Kenyan DAILY POST
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