National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has dismissed what he termed as “sensationalised and malicious” reports suggesting he was interrogated as a suspect in investigations into death of former Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo. Wetang’ula spoke during an interview with TV47. Wetang’ula questioned why he was singled out, terming the reporting as malicious and calculated to paint him as a suspect in the public eye. Beyond the controversy, the Speaker spoke emotionally about his close relationship with Jirongo, describing him as a longtime friend whose loss continues to weigh heavily on him. Addressing claims by Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale who alleged seeing Jirongo frequently visiting the Speaker’s office, Wetang’ula dismissed the assertions as strange and intrusive.

Source: The Star January 29, 2026 18:03 UTC