Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has refuted allegations that he played a role in the violent turn of events during recent anti-government protests.

The protests, led by Generation Z on July 2nd, escalated into looting and destruction. Some reports suggested hired individuals infiltrated the protests, contributing to the chaos.

Governor Sakaja, addressing the media on July 4th, denied these claims. He confirmed he was not in Nairobi during the protests but on the coast with his cabinet for a pre-planned retreat.

“An investigation is underway regarding the alleged presence of goons at City Hall,” he stated.

Sakaja emphasized his commitment to peaceful political discourse and freedom of expression, regardless of political affiliation. He condemned attempts to politicize the situation.

“The truth often suffers during such events,” he said. “Opportunistic politicians try to exploit these situations to discredit opponents.”

The governor vehemently denied any involvement in planning violence.

“Firstly, I was demonstrably not present in Nairobi,” he explained. “Secondly, my political philosophy, ‘siasa safi,’ promotes clean politics and respects the right to protest, even from opposing viewpoints.”

Governor Sakaja called for a thorough investigation to determine the facts behind the allegations. He stressed the importance of transparency and accountability, especially in sensitive situations prone to misinformation.

Meanwhile, a separate video circulating online shows two individuals claiming to be part of a group hired to disrupt the protests. They allege they were promised weapons and payment, but only received a partial amount.

Expressing frustration with their alleged employers, they demanded full compensation for the risks they took, including exposure to tear gas.

The legitimacy of these claims remains unclear, and investigations are ongoing.