Wajir MCAs Fight Over Mace After Budget Rejection

A dramatic scene erupted at the Wajir County Assembly on Tuesday when several Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) interrupted the proceedings, resulting in a chaotic confrontation.

The incident took place as the Sergeant-at-Arms brought the mace into the chambers, a symbolic act representing the assembly’s authority.

As the Sergeant-at-Arms entered the chamber, a group of MCAs attacked him, trying to take the mace.

In a video circulating online, several MCAs were seen wrestling with security personnel, trying to grab the mace, which is a very important symbol.

Despite the heated confrontation, the Sergeant-at-Arms and his team were able to secure the mace, keeping the assembly’s authority intact.

However, the altercation led to significant disruption, halting the day’s proceedings.

MCAs Reject Budget, Cite Insufficient Wajir Needs

The opposing MCAs expressed their dissatisfaction with the allocations. Furthermore, they argued that the budget did not meet the urgent needs of Wajir County residents.

Ibrahim Hussein, the MCA for Wagala Ganyure, voiced his frustrations. As he explained, he wanted the budget to reflect the needs of Wajir’s people because there were many misplaced priorities in the county.

“We want our budget to reflect the needs of the people of Wajir. There are a lot of misplaced priorities going on in this county!”

Hussein’s remarks reflect a broader sentiment among the opposing MCAs. In particular, they believe that the current budget proposal fails to prioritize critical areas.

The clash over the mace and the budget highlights the deepening tensions within the assembly. As representatives grapple with these contentious budgetary issues.

The situation underscores the growing public scrutiny and the pressure on elected officials to address the pressing needs of their constituents effectively.\

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Brief description about a Mace

The Mace enhances the richness of parliamentary tradition, and symbolizes the authority of the Legislature in which it is displayed and utilized.

In most parliaments, no formal business can be conducted without the mace. Moreover, it is considered the principal symbol of the authority and dignity of the House, as well as the Speaker presiding over it.