Tim Wanyonyi protests alleged 15-acre public land grab in Karura: ‘We will not allow it’

• On Saturday October 26, Westlands MP Tim Wanyonyi joined Githogo residents to protest against the alleged land grab
• Wanyonyi said private developers were planning to grab the 15-acre land adjacent to Kiambu Road in Karura District.

Amos Khaemba, a journalist at TUKO.co.ke, brings over three years of experience in coverage POLICY and current affairs in Kenya.

Nairobi— In a show of solidarity with Githogoro residents, Westlands MP Tim Wanyonyi joined thousands of people in Karura Ward to protest the alleged land grab.

Tim Wanyonyi condemns plans to occupy public land

The land in dispute, about 15 acres in adjacent Githogoro Kiambu The road has been subject to illegal encroachment, with private individuals recently trying to erect a perimeter wall.

On Saturday, October 26, residents, united in their determination, tore down the wall to reclaim what they claim is public property.

Addressing the crowd, Wanyonyi condemned the actions of anonymous individuals who are trying to privatize land for personal gain.

He stressed the need for the land to be earmarked for public facilities, including a secondary school, a market and recreational spaces – facilities that are particularly lacking in Githogoro.

“We have private individuals planning to grab this public land in Githogoro off Kiambu Road for their personal benefit. As residents of this area, we will not allow this. I have confirmed that this is not private property; it is public land. We want the government to approve the use of this land for the development of public facilities,” Wanyonyi said

What are Tim Wanyonyi’s plans for Karura land?

The Westland MP expressed his commitment to secure funding through the National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF) to support the development of essential amenities for Githogoro residents.

The parliamentarian said TUKO.co.ke that he will work with the National Land Commission and bring in surveyors to ensure that the land is officially designated for public use, noting that he will discuss the matter with the relevant authorities and even the President William Ruto if necessary.

Wanyonyi said he would allow land grabbers to be allowed in his constituency, adding that he was ready to defend public property by all means.

“We are announcing these land grabbers. As members of the public, we will protect our Constitution. A property like this belongs to the people and you have to stand your ground. I stand with you in this fight and I assure you that my voice will be heard,” he declared.

Residents have thanked the Westlands MP for standing by their determination to protest land grabs in the area.

They pointed out that the residents have resisted these attempts and Wanyonyi’s support strengthens their cause.

How Tim Wanyonyi protested against the alleged police station land grab

In a related incident, the Member of Parliament for Westlands protested against the alleged land grab intended for the Loresho Police Station.

On Tuesday, September 17, Wanyonyi joined Loresho and Kitisuru residents to demonstrate about the alleged grabbing of 3 acres of land by an unidentified person.

The land grabber is accused of displacing several families of policemen, leaving them stranded while their houses were demolished.

Residents demolished a perimeter wall that had been built, effectively cutting the police station in two and exposing their families and belongings.

Wanyonyi, together with local leaders, stormed the police station to demand the immediate removal of the land grabber.

Source: TUKO.co.ke