Breaking News: Boda Boda Riders Sue Ruto for Misusing Them & Mama Mbogas.
Breaking News: Boda Riders Sue Ruto for Misusing Them & Mama Mbogas: Led by Professor Fred Ogola, Linda Ugatuzi group has demanded compensation of up to Ksh465 billion from the government.
The lobby group cited that Kenya Kwanza government allegedly took advantage of the boda boda rider and mama mboga brand during the campaign period.
Ogola argued that the amount was additionally minimal compared to the boda boda sector’s contribution to the economy and also considering that President William’s administration has failed to live up to his promises.
He highlighted that President Ruto benefited largely by using the boda rider and mama mboga brand to win the 2027 General Election and gain popularity among the hustlers
Ogola stated,”Boda boda and mama mboga contribute about 80 per cent of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Boda boda alone contributes Ksh1 billion every year to the economy.”
Consequently, The group demanded the court to issue a temporary injunction on the names, barring politicians from using them until the case is heard and determined.
Secondly, The urged the court to compel all politicians to refrain from using the boda boda riders and mama mbogas in their speeches to produce consent from the involved parties.
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