Wajir female MP viral video: The inside story

 Politics in Kenya is becoming increasingly contentious, and recent events suggest that the country may have entered a new era of extreme political tactics. A controversial video featuring Fatima Gedi Ali, the women’s representative for Wajir, has gone viral, showing a woman engaged in a sexual act with an unidentified man. Rumors are circulating that the man in the video may be a fellow legislator, adding another layer of scandal to the situation. While it has not been definitively confirmed that the woman in the video is Gedi, the resemblance is striking, and regardless of its authenticity, the video is deeply damaging. This raises the question: who would go to such lengths to destroy a married woman and public figure, and what might their motive be?

The truth is that there has been no official verification of the woman’s identity in the video, but the mere existence of such a scandal is a new and extreme development in Kenyan politics. In a world where politicians have previously been caught in compromising photos, this video takes the issue to an entirely new level of graphic and personal invasion. If we assume that the woman in the video is not Gedi, it still highlights a serious concern: the political repercussions of such scandals are potentially devastating.

Fatima Gedi Ali, born in 1988, is a rising political figure in Kenya. At just 30 years old, she has been vocal in Parliament, especially regarding the controversial issue of contraband sugar. A report highlighting the dangers of sugar laced with harmful metals was allegedly blocked in Parliament, with accusations that two legislators bribed others to suppress the report. Gedi was named as one of the lawmakers involved in this scheme, though she has vehemently denied the allegations, suggesting personal vendettas behind the accusations.

In addition to the bribery claims, Gedi has faced other forms of political sabotage. For instance, during the International Women’s Day celebrations in her home county, she was denied boarding on a flight despite arriving early. This delay forced her to charter an expensive private plane to attend the event, a cost of over Ksh. 600,000. This incident, occurring in March 2024, is seen as another example of the attempts to undermine her.

Gedi represents a constituency that is predominantly conservative, with a significant Muslim population, and accusations of corruption could be devastating to her political career. The backlash from this scandal, particularly the viral video, is already being felt. Gedi has built a strong social media presence, using platforms to connect with her voters and advocate for her causes. Her enemies clearly understand the power of social media, and this video appears to be a deliberate attempt to tarnish her reputation and destroy the network of support she has cultivated.

Supporters of Gedi have strongly condemned the video, labeling it a calculated move by her political enemies to undermine her. Speculation is rife about who might be behind the attack, with fingers pointing at older, established politicians who may feel threatened by the rise of a young, dynamic leader like Gedi. Many of these veteran politicians, who have been in the system for years, are perceived to be more focused on personal enrichment than on serving the people. Gedi’s fresh energy and focus on development may make these older figures look bad in comparison, especially as voters recognize the contrast between youthful leaders pushing for change and more established figures who have been slow to act.

This situation echoes a similar political struggle faced by other young leaders in Kenya, such as Governor Alfred Mutua of Machakos, who encountered resistance from more seasoned politicians as he moved quickly to implement development. The parallels between Mutua’s experience and Gedi’s challenges suggest that she may be up against a network of political rivals determined to thwart her progress.

As the story continues to unfold, it is clear that these kinds of attacks are becoming more vicious and targeted. The viral video, regardless of whether it features Gedi, is a reminder of the lengths to which some individuals will go to protect their political power. The political climate in Kenya is increasingly harsh, and the battle for influence has taken a dangerous turn.

I will continue to follow this story closely, as it raises significant questions about the nature of politics in Kenya today. It is, without a doubt, a deeply troubling development.