Wetang’ula Fires Back at Khalwale: ‘He Escorted Me to My Car, Then Said I Was Chased Away’

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has rejected claims by Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale that he was chased away during a condolence visit to the senator’s home.

Wetang’ula said he visited Khalwale on Thursday, August 20, to condole with him following the death of his wife, Gloria Sekeiyan. He said the meeting was cordial and that Khalwale personally escorted him to his vehicle after their conversation.

Speaking on Saturday, August 22, Wetang’ula expressed surprise after seeing reports suggesting that he had been thrown out of Khalwale’s compound.

“Jana mimi nashangaa jioni naona Khalwale anasema, ‘Huyo mtu anaitwa Weta alikuja hapa, tukamfukuza,’” Wetang’ula said.

The Speaker said he had gone to the senator’s home carrying condolence money from President William Ruto as well as his own contribution. He was accompanied by more than 10 Members of Parliament.

Wetang’ula recalled that Khalwale appeared pleased during the visit and even embraced him after receiving the condolence contribution.

“Alipochukua kitita cha pesa, alinifurahia, kanikumbatia, akasema, ‘Wewe ndio ndugu yangu,’” he said.

According to Wetang’ula, Khalwale also described him as a senior political leader and assured him of his support.

“Wewe ndio kiongozi wetu. Wewe ndio our senior. You are our big brother. We will walk with you,” Wetang’ula recalled Khalwale telling him.

The Speaker further said Khalwale’s actions when he was leaving contradicted claims that there had been a confrontation.

“Nikiondoka, akanishika mkono, akaniescort mpaka kwa gari. Akafungua mlango, nikaingia, akafunga,” Wetang’ula said.

Wetang’ula questioned why Khalwale would later claim that he had been forced to leave the homestead.

The remarks come amid increasing political activity in Western Kenya as leaders position themselves ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Wetang’ula said political disagreements were part of public life and that leaders could not expect everyone to support them.

“Hakuna watu wanaweza kukupenda wote,” he said.

He also invoked a Christian saying to underline his position, stating: “If God is with you, who can be against you?”

The disagreement follows the death of Khalwale’s wife, Gloria Sekeiyan, who died on August 15, 2026. The condolence gathering brought together leaders from different political camps.

Wetang’ula had earlier said he delivered President Ruto’s condolences to the family and called on political leaders to put aside their differences during the mourning period.