Godfrey Osotsi addressed the recent heckling of Vihiga Governor Wilber Otichillo in the presence of President William Ruto at Luanda Market, terming it a 'barbaric and unwise act'. Otichillo was heckled by area residents as he rose to speak during the opening of the Luanda Modern Market that was graced by Ruto. "On behalf of the people of Luanda, I would like to send my appreciation.." Governor Ottichilo told the crowd before being completely overwhelmed by jeers.
He eventually gave up and walked away.
It was suspected that the governor was heckled over the demolition of trader's shops a day before Ruto's visit.
However, through a statement on Friday, Osotsi confirmed this, stating that the demolition was spearheaded by government officials after orders from the powers that be. Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi chairing a Senate Committee on May 30, 2023 Photo Parliament of Kenya "This heckling is attributed to the brutal and unnecessary demolition of traders' stalls without adequate notice by the contractor and supervised by government officials to align to the presidential schedule," Osotsi stated. "It is unfortunate that Governor Wilber Otichillo became the victim of circumstances by angry locals due to the unprecedented omissions by the National Government," he added.
