Eric Omondi Rebukes CS Murkomen for Saying Kenyan Youths are Drug Addicts, Mentally Ill
- Kipchumba Murkomen's words did not impress many with his accusations towards the youth of Kenya and their frustrations
- Eric Omondi hit back at the CS, noting he had only failed himself and that the youth were going to prove him right
- Many wondered why Murkomen ignored the burning issues affecting Kenyan youths and decided to go a different route
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Eric Omondi has reacted to Cabinet Secretary for the Interior Kipchumba Murkomen's recent comments on Kenyan youths.
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Kipchumba Murkomen says most youthful netizens are on drugs
Speaking during a church service on Sunday, March 30, at AIC Makutano, Murkomen claimed that most young people who write hateful messages on social media are struggling with mental health.
The politician said that the situation is caused by abuse of drugs, including alcohol, which leads them to share hateful comments.
He said the young people are extremely destroyed and don't even get out of their homes as they struggle with mental health.
The comments did not go down well with many Kenyans who wondered why a whole CS would claim such without clear evidence.
Also, for many in the country, mental health is mostly due to daily struggles caused by job lack of jobs and a low social status, which has affected many youth greatly.
Eric Omondi responds to Murkomen
Speaking to TUKO.co.ke at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on the same day, Eric wondered why the CS for Interior would say such things about Kenyan youth.
He reminded Murkomen that he was speaking about youths who were unemployed, had not paid school fees, and had had their houses locked (for failing to pay rent).
"Mnasemanga hii ni kazi yangu, this is God's work. And let them go to the church to hear the voice of the Lord," he said.
Eric recalled how he built a school structure in Turkana that was destroyed by some of the leadership in that area while, at the same time, a church that allegedly collects KSh 8 million every Sunday was donated KSh 20 million.
"Where's the priority? I have done my research. There is a school that doesn't not have a class, they are studying under the sun. Because they have Moism culture. They will never change," he added.
Here is how other Kenyans reacted to Murkomen's message:
@yusuf_mahatt said:
"Minister from a third-world country claims citizens pointing out government corruption are suffering from mental health issues. There’s nothing wrong with mental health struggles—but instead of addressing real concerns or promoting awareness, he deflects."
@JonDefChess said:
"Create jobs for the youth. Wataacha matusi."
@chingwah1234 said:
"The primary contributors to mental health issues in young people are the actions of these kinds of politicians."
@yulemrasta said:
"It's better to be a drug addict, than a murderer and a thief!"
@joshua_nyambu said:
"We are praying for Kenya leaders."
@Nuskaren said:
"He is the interior CS , why is he allowing drugs in the country?"
The comedian also told TUKO.co.ke that he has been afraid of protesting because he does not know what will happen to him.
He said he had been arrested several times for petty reasons and usually gets out after a while, but this time round he was scared to even try and protest inront the parlinmne tbuldings.
Source: Twitter
Eric Omondi treats lover Lynne to a Dubai trip
Earlier, TUKO.co.ke reported that Eric surprised his bae Lynne with a trip to Dubai for her birthday.
The two arrived at JKIA on Sunday night, with Lynne not knowing where she was being taken on vacation.
Even the pilot agreed to not mention the destination, and she only knew while in their air as they were flying to their destination.
The lovebirds were later spotted on a helicopter ride, enjoying the wonderful sights of Dubai from above.
Proofreading by Jackson Otukho, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
