- A Facebook post by Vihiga Women Representative Beatrice Adagala went south after her constituents took over the comments section
- She posted photos of herself interacting with her subjects in the village in what seemed like a show of solidarity
- However, angry fans scolded her for pretending to care for the people, yet she voted yes to the controversial Finance Bill 2024
Vihiga County Women Representative, Beatrice Adagala, has faced a backlash on social media over her recent visit to the village.
Source: Facebook
The hostile reception came after she shared a photo of herself meeting her constituents captioned “village mambos.”
Why are Vihiga people angry at Beatrice Adagala?
The politician is pictured sitting on the ground surrounded by a group of women in the photos.
Constituents on social media opined that he had gone to appease the elderly women despite being against their prosperity.
Many shared their discontent, accusing her of betraying their trust and prioritizing money over the well-being of her constituents.
Adagala joins the growing list of legislators who have been booed or scolded by their subjects for their stand on the Finance Bill 2024.
Social media reactions
Followers stormed her comments section to express their anger at her for voting in favour of the controversial Bill.
The Bill was criticized for potentially increasing the cost of living and placing a heavier financial burden on already struggling Kenyans.
Mamake Ehi:
“We said in 2027 you are going home because you voted yes. You can lie to our mothers and grandmas but remember, we the youth are a force to reckon with.”
Sammy Weyler:
“What a shame! I hope you’ve told them why you voted yes.”
Omwami Akidadi Wa Injenga
“I could have said something, but my lawyer is out of the country. I chose silence until he lands back.”
Stanley Yosi:
“How l wish those mamas knew how you’ve wasted them in the past seven years.”
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Source: TUKO.co.ke