Aston Lukoye
Eric Omondi, a comedian, has declared to hold protests starting on April 10 and continuing for two weeks straight.
Speaking during an interview on Hot 96, the comedian-cum-activist announced his declaration to take to the streets to protest over the high cost of living. This move comes after he was arrested four times now.
Although he did not disclose his starting point, Omondi said that his demonstration would continue for fourteen days until President William Ruto’s administration prioritizes key issues like the high cost of living.
“I’m a very creative person and I’ll not tell you how, but beginning this Monday, I will demonstrate for 14 days straight,” he announced.
Omondi, who refers to himself as the “President of Comedy Africa”, added that his motivation was derived from the testimonies of Kenyans suffering owing to the high cost of living, something he admitted breaks his heart.
“I will fight for the Wanjikus. It is not easy because the messages I receive, it’s getting crazier every day.
“I was once told that watoto hawajakula siku tatu (Children have not eaten for three days). How is that even possible? ” he posed.
The comedian also questioned the Kwanza administration of Kenya’s decision-making process, particularly the budget request for more automobiles for government officials when actual problems are facing Kenyans on the streets.
In the financial budget estimate for 2022/23, the offices of President Ruto, Deputy President (DP) Rigathi Gachagua, and Musalia Mudavadi were allocated Ksh802.2 million for car purchases.
“Why does Mudavadi need a car? Someone who was born into a wealthy family? Why is it more urgent? There are issues the government can address today,” Omondi stated.
“For the issue of unga, it can be dealt with if the government wants to and that is why I will go back to the streets.”
The comedian also addressed hinted that he would consider joining politics if that was the price of fighting for the ‘Wanjiku’s’.
“I have done a lot and achieved little. People have told me that sometimes if I need to see the change I have to be on the inside so that I can be able to fight for Wanjiku, so it is something I am considering. But that is the way in the future.
“I’m a comedian, I don’t want to become a politician. I’m just fighting for the right of the people and I know I will achieve it,” Omondi added.
Omondi has been detained four times this year, each of which has garnered attention on social media.
