Nairobi County Chief Officer Geoffrey Mosiria has cautioned Kenyan voters against politicians who seek to buy votes through monetary handouts ahead of elections. In a detailed Facebook post, Mosiria described such politicians as investors aiming to recoup their 'investment' via corrupt practices once elected.
Politicians as Investors, Not True Leaders
Mosiria equated vote-buying politicians to business investors, emphasizing that every shilling given to voters is capital intended for recovery through misappropriation of public funds. He urged citizens to demand leaders committed to genuine public service rather than short-term financial incentives.
Calls for Transformative Leadership
The official advocated for leaders who would:
- Abolish the Constituency Development Fund (CDF)
- Consolidate bursary programs into a professionally managed system ensuring access to quality education for all children
- Implement free and accessible healthcare services
- Focus on constitutional oversight roles instead of controlling development budgets
- Attract global investors to create industries, jobs, and opportunities
Engaging the Youth in Electoral Processes
Mosiria highlighted concerns over low voter turnout among educated young Kenyans, a generation shaped by former President Mwai Kibaki’s administration. He noted that many young people abstain from voting, while those who do often associate leadership with receiving handouts.
He warned that political investors deliberately keep voters dependent and uninformed to maintain control, stating, "The day you stop begging is the day you stop worshipping them."
Final Appeal to Voters
Concluding his message, Mosiria urged Kenyans to prioritize their nation's future over immediate cash benefits, emphasizing that sustainable change comes from the votes cast, not the money handed out during campaigns.
