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Nairobi Speaker Faces Charges, Removal Calls for Forcing Muslim Woman to Hug

Apr 16, 2024, 03:32 PM

Nairobi County Assembly Speaker Ken Ng'ondi is facing backlash and legal challenges after allegedly forcing a Muslim woman to shake his hand and hug him, actions deemed inappropriate and disrespectful to her religious beliefs. The incident has sparked outrage among the public and Muslim leaders, who have called for Ng'ondi's removal from office on grounds of sexual harassment. Additionally, Muslim lawyers are advocating for Ng'ondi to be charged over the incident.