Kilome Member of Parliament Thaddeus Nzambia. Photo File 
By Andrew Mbuva.
Kilome Member of Parliament Thaddeus Nzambia has issued a seven-day ultimatum demanding accountability following the brutal killing of seven people at Kwa Kamari in Tseikuru, Mwingi, allegedly by suspected camel herders.
Speaking in Parliament on Tuesday, Nzambia expressed outrage over what he described as continued attacks, destruction, and neglect of affected communities, warning that residents would take matters into their own hands if no decisive action is taken within the stipulated period.
The legislator singled out an individual he identified as “Western British,” alleged to be the owner of the camels linked to the attacks, accusing authorities of failing to provide a lasting solution despite previous complaints.
“We will give seven days’ ultimatum. If by then we will not have known the owner of these camels, we will convene as a community and chart the way forward,” Nzambia told the House.
He lamented what he termed as the government’s inadequate response to insecurity in the region, saying local residents should not be forced to “keep begging for protection” while lives continue to be lost.
Nzambia condemned the killing of innocent civilians, including women and children, and questioned the state of security in the country.
“How does someone have the audacity to kill innocent women and children? Which Kenya are we in?” he posed.
Beyond the killings, the MP also highlighted the destruction of crops by the invading camel herds, further worsening the plight of residents who depend on farming for their livelihoods.
He emphasized that camel rearing is not practiced in the affected areas, terming the presence of the animals as both foreign and disruptive to the local way of life.
The lawmaker warned that before the seven-day ultimatum lapses, no camels should be found within the Mwingi region, particularly in the affected areas.
The incident at Kwa Kamari has sparked outrage among residents and leaders, adding to growing concerns over insecurity and conflicts involving herders in parts of Kitui County.
Authorities are yet to issue a comprehensive statement on the matter or confirm the identity of those behind the attack.
