FROM ‘CHOKORAA’ TO CONTENDER: OL KALOU RESIDENTS RAISE MONEY FOR DOUGLAS KAMAU’S SUIT
By News Desk
Ol Kalou residents today demonstrated solidarity with Democratic Change Party (DCP) candidate Douglas Kamau by contributing funds to purchase him a suit following remarks by Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria, who allegedly referred to him as a “chokoraa.”
Senator Methu counts cash raised to buy Douglas Kamau a suit in a dramatic show of political solidarity.”
Leading the fundraising effort, Nyandarua Senator John Methu publicly counted the contributions collected from residents, describing the gesture as a symbol of dignity, respect, and the people’s determination to stand by leaders they believe in regardless of personal attacks.
Speaking during the event, Senator Methu said the overwhelming support from residents sends a clear message that leadership should be judged by ideas, integrity, and service to the people rather than appearance or derogatory labels.
Residents who participated in the fundraiser said their contributions were not merely for a suit but a statement against political ridicule and a show of confidence in Douglas Kamau’s leadership aspirations.
The event quickly attracted attention across the political divide, with supporters describing it as a grassroots response to what they viewed as an unnecessary personal attack, while others saw it as another sign of the growing political contest ahead of future elections.
As the funds were counted and handed over, supporters chanted slogans in support of Kamau, turning what began as a controversial remark into a public demonstration of unity and political mobilization.
