Martha Karua has raised concerns over the KSh 2 billion set aside by the government for compensation of victims, questioning the implications of such a move.
Speaking during an interview on K24, Karua argued that allocating funds for compensation could send the wrong message regarding accountability.
“When you set aside money for compensation, it means that you can kill us and then pay us for it,” she stated, sparking debate over the government’s approach to addressing victims’ grievances.
Her remarks come amid broader scrutiny of the administration of President William Ruto and its handling of public concerns related to security and justice.
Karua also addressed claims linking her to alleged vote manipulation during the 2007 Kenyan General Election.
The issue resurfaced following a documentary aired by NTV Kenya, which suggested that election results were altered in favor of the late former President Mwai Kibaki.
According to the documentary, businessman Samuel Kamau Macharia claimed that former Prime Minister Raila Odinga had won the election by a margin of over one million votes before the results were allegedly changed.
Responding to the claims, Karua firmly denied any involvement in election rigging, maintaining that she did not play any role in manipulating the outcome.
She further alleged that some individuals, including the current head of state, were among those mentioned in cases linked to the post-election violence that followed the disputed polls.
Her statements have reignited debate on accountability, governance, and historical political events, with Kenyans once again reflecting on the lessons and impact of the 2007 election period.
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