Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti has strongly denied allegations that she and a family member were detained in the United Kingdom on money laundering charges.
In a statement released on Monday, Ndeti accused a political rival of fabricating the claims in an attempt to damage her reputation.
The governor condemned the spread of these false allegations, asserting that they were part of a malicious campaign against her.
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She warned that legal action will be taken against those responsible for both the creation and dissemination of these rumors, especially on social media platforms.
Ndeti emphasized that any harm that comes to her family as a result of these claims will be the responsibility of the individuals spreading the false information.
“Those fabricating these falsehoods clearly underestimate the rigorous nature of UK customs, border control, and financial institutions. I can confirm that my family and I are safe and in good standing both locally and internationally,” Ndeti stated.
She criticized the claims as insulting to the intelligence of the people of Machakos and Kenya, highlighting the improbability of smuggling large sums of money.
Ndeti stressed that she remains focused on her commitment to improving the livelihoods of her constituents and will not be distracted by these baseless accusations.