Reuben Kigame: KRA Goes After Singer Days after Filing Petition Seeking Murkomen’s Prosecution
- Presidential aspirant Reuben Kigame filed a petition seeking to have Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen prosecuted over Gen Z killings during demos
- However, days later, the renowned gospel singer claimed that he received an email from a Kenya Revenue Authority official
- Despite this, Kigame affirmed that he won't be intimidated into backing out of the fight for what he believes is good
Faith Chandianya, a journalist at TUKO.co.ke, brings over three years of experience covering politics and Current Affairs in Kenya
Gospel singer and 2027 presidential aspirant Reuben Kigame seems to have hit a stumbling block days after filing a petition seeking Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen's prosecution.
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Kigame, in the company of lawyer Gitobu Imanyara, stated that they commenced what was likely to be the necessary first step towards invoking the jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court.
Did KRA go after Reuben Kigame?
However, days later, the presidential hopeful claimed that the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is now on his radar.
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In a statement issued on his social media platform on Saturday, August 2, Kigame claimed that he received an email from a KRA official alleging that he owes the government taxes worth KSh 20 million.
He questioned whether the sudden KRA debt was a result of his petition against the Interior Cabinet secretary, or if it was just a mere coincidence.
"Coincidence or fighting back my petition? Yesterday I received an email from a KRA official I will abbreviate as Ms DW, alleging I owe the government taxes worth KSh 20 million," Kigame claimed.
Seemingly implying that the amount being allegedly requested was outrageous, Kigame said that he makes barely KSh 200,000 when business is good.
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Kigame further stated that even though People with Disabilities (PWD) are entitled to tax exemption, he ensures that he pays his taxes as a good citizen.
"I make less than KSh 200, 000 in a good month. Note that as a PWD, I am entitled to tax exemption, but I voluntarily pay my taxes. I am a self-employed citizen owed millions from music royalties by this same government. More later," Kigame added.
He finalised by stating that he will not be intimidated into silence, affirming his commitment to fighting for what he believes is right.
How did Kenyans react to Kigame's claims?
Kenyans took to their social media platforms to respond to Kigame's claims, with some affirming their support for Kigame.
Shakira Wanjira:
"Shikilia hapo hapo- we are behind you."
Mau Mau grandson:
"Stay put, we're fully behind your petition, which seeks to get us the much-needed justice."
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Abdi:
"This is blatant weaponisation of state institutions to silence critics. It’s not about taxes—it’s about control. Stand firm, my brother. Truth isn’t a crime."
Mumbi Rally Cam:
"KRA say it is your responsibility to collect your debts and taxes that are due, whether you have been paid or not. Now get yourself a good tax accountant to fix this for you - before going out all victim!"
Yusuf Omar Dakame:
"They want to punish you, it seems. Funny system."
Petition filed seeking Murkomen's ouster
Kigame's petition seeking Murkomen's prosecution comes weeks after another petition was filed seeking to remove Murkomen from office.
In their petition, the Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC), the Independent Medico-Legal Unit (IMLU) and other civil rights groups asked the court to find Murkomen not fit to hold a public office
The groups were against Murkomen's shoot-to-kill orders to police officers who were handling protesters who attempted to vandalise police stations.
Proofreading by Asher Omondi, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
