Two lawmakers from Kisii County engaged in a physical altercation during funeral services on September 12, 2025. Anthony Kibagendi from Kitutu Chache South and Japhet Nyakundi from Kitutu Chache North confronted each other at the burial of Mama Salome Nyaboke. Kibagendi made political statements supporting Fred Matiang'i for president while rejecting William Ruto. Nyakundi interrupted the speech and attempted to take the microphone from his colleague. Video footage shows Nyakundi pushing Kibagendi near the podium edge before mourners separated them.
Kibagendi later defended his comments as necessary political messaging for the Gusii community. Nyakundi criticized the inappropriate timing of political discourse at a funeral ceremony. The confrontation reveals deep divisions between supporters of Matiang'i and Ruto within the region. Both politicians represent opposing camps as the 2027 presidential race approaches. The incident raises concerns about political decorum at solemn community gatherings.
Kibagendi later defended his comments as necessary political messaging for the Gusii community. Nyakundi criticized the inappropriate timing of political discourse at a funeral ceremony. The confrontation reveals deep divisions between supporters of Matiang'i and Ruto within the region. Both politicians represent opposing camps as the 2027 presidential race approaches. The incident raises concerns about political decorum at solemn community gatherings.
