The accusations against Sports Cabinet Secretary Ababu Namwamba have sent shockwaves across the nation, leaving athletes and fans alike with more questions than answers.
The recent outpouring of criticism from within his own party, United Democratic Alliance (UDA), has highlighted concerns about the ministry's performance and management.
Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei is the latest to speak out against the Sports CS.
At the current World Athletics Championships, he criticized Namwamba for the apparent exploitation of athletes by officials in the ministry.
Female athletes were singled out for particular scrutiny, with Cherargei suggesting that they were being taken advantage of by unidentified officials.
Kimani Ichung'wah, MP for Kikuyu, echoed Cherargei's sentiments.
He pledged to summon the CS to parliament to answer allegations that athletes were being neglected, citing reports of poor treatment for Kenyan representatives at the Berlin Games.
Ichung'wah was particularly critical of Namwamba's leadership, accusing him of neglecting the needs of sportsmen and women in favor of photo ops and flashy motorcades.
Joining the fray was Kileleshwa MCA Robert Alai, who revealed that Namwamba had refused to sponsor a sports event in his ward.
Despite the request for help, the ministry had allegedly declined to provide funding but offered to send someone to give a speech instead.
The criticism from within UDA has exposed growing tensions within the party, which has been under pressure to demonstrate its commitment to sports development in Kenya.
It also highlights concerns among MPs and athletes about the lack of progress and accountability in the Sports Ministry.
With the President himself expressing skepticism about the capabilities of his cabinet and secretaries, it seems that Namwamba is facing a difficult battle to maintain the trust and support of his colleagues and constituents.
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