Naivasha MP Jayne Kihara Appeals to President Ruto for Reinstatement of Security Detail

Nairobi, Kenya — Naivasha Member of Parliament Jayne Kihara has publicly appealed to President William Ruto to restore her personal security detail, claiming that its withdrawal has left her exposed and fearing for her life. The appeal was made during a press conference on Friday, May 23, where Kihara expressed grave concern over what she termed a politically motivated move.

According to the legislator, the withdrawal followed tensions at a recent political event linked to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s newly launched party — a development that has stirred political fault lines within Kenya Kwanza.

“Mr. President, please return my security detail,” Kihara pleaded, issuing a stark warning that President Ruto should be held accountable should anything happen to her. “I feel extremely vulnerable,” she said. “This is not just about politics — this is about my safety and the rights of all elected leaders.”

Kihara reminded the public of President Ruto’s own history, noting that during his time as Deputy President, he repeatedly decried the politicization of security services. She accused the current administration of employing the same tactics it once condemned, calling the situation a betrayal of democratic principles.

“Security for elected leaders should never be weaponized,” she said. “This is a dangerous precedent that must be stopped before it silences voices of dissent.”

The MP also urged the government to ensure fairness in its dealings with all lawmakers, regardless of political alignment, emphasizing that security is a constitutional right for public officials performing national duties.

As political realignments continue to reshape the ruling coalition, the incident has sparked renewed debate about the impartiality of state institutions and the protection of democratic freedoms in Kenya.

There was no immediate response from the Office of the President or the Ministry of Interior regarding Kihara’s allegations.