The scandalous allegations made by Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei against the Sports Ministry have sparked outrage and calls for investigation. Cherargei claimed that some ministry officials flew first class with their girlfriends to the World Championships in Budapest, Hungary, leaving the athletes to fend for themselves. He accused Cabinet Secretary Ababu Namwamba of mismanaging the sports sector and betraying the country's Olympic hopes.
The accusations have been met with denial and condemnation by the Sports Ministry, which said they were baseless and politically motivated. The ministry said it had provided adequate support and facilitation for the athletes and their coaches, and that no official had travelled to Budapest with a girlfriend.
However, Cherargei's claims have also been echoed by other lawmakers, who have demanded that Namwamba appear before the parliamentary committee on sports and culture to explain the alleged irregularities and misappropriation of funds. They have also called for a thorough audit of the ministry's accounts and activities.
The controversy has cast a shadow over Kenya's performance at the World Championships, where the country won 11 medals, including four golds. It has also raised questions about the government's commitment to promoting and developing sports in the country, especially in light of the upcoming 2024 Olympics in Paris.
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