Nakuru Senator Tabitha Karanja has denied reports that she has been hospitalized in London.
In a statement posted on her Facebook page on Friday, May 2, the Senator revealed that she was on holiday.
Karanja also called out those who were claiming that she was sick.
"As you are aware, the Senate is currently on a short recess, which began on April 18th and will end on May 5th, 2025. I have taken this opportunity to step away from my busy schedule for a brief vacation here in London," read the statement in part.
"I am in excellent health, full of energy, and fully prepared to resume my oversight duties next week. I thank God I am not sick, I am not in hospital, and I have not been hospitalised."
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According to the Senator, the narrative was being pushed by her political opponents in the county government.
"I strongly urge these individuals to stop spreading misinformation. Such baseless and unfounded rumours have caused unnecessary concern and panic among the people of Nakuru County," she stated.
"Please rest assured of my unwavering commitment to the constitutional responsibilities of oversight and accountability. No amount of intimidation will deter me from executing my roles in oversight, representation, and legislation. I also take this opportunity to strongly condemn those who wish others a terminal illness for political gain."
Earlier, Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika claimed that the senator was sick while expressing her dissatisfaction with how Karanja criticized her for taking maternity leave.
"I'm truthful and can't lie and say that we work very well with the Senator. I've never heard of a woman complaining about another woman giving birth, it is very un-African," she stated.
"I don't know what the problem is, but I wanted to take this opportunity to wish her a quick recovery. I know she's hospitalised in London."
