On Tuesday, March 25, Mumias East MP Peter Salasya shared a video offering insight into the events that led to his ordeal during Kenya’s World Cup qualifier match against Gabon.
Salasya made headlines on Sunday, March 23, when he was assaulted and forcibly removed from the stadium by a group of spectators determined to eject him before the match began.
The incident has sparked widespread speculation, with many questioning the reasons behind the clash between the outspoken legislator and fans on a day meant to unite Kenyans in support of their national team. Some believe the assault was politically motivated, a claim Salasya echoed on social media, alleging that allies within the government had orchestrated the attack.
In a recent post, MP Peter Salasya shared new footage capturing the beginning of the confrontation. The video shows tensions escalating as Salasya interacts with multiple individuals wearing FKF Steward uniforms.
The video shows a mix of reactions from the stewards — some appearing to shield the MP while an agitated steward confronts him. Shortly after, another steward aggressively lunges at Salasya, attempting to punch him.
The footage then shifts to the chaotic scene of Salasya being forcefully removed from the stadium by a group of rowdy fans, with some stewards among them. Confused onlookers can be heard questioning why the MP was being attacked.
On Tuesday, Salasya took to social media to blame the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) for the incident, stating, “All the guys in green reflectors were strategically placed to deal with me in the name of stewards, alongside a few other individuals.”
“FKF, you are to blame for what happened because you put goons as stewards to harass leaders who don’t subscribe to their ideology.”
Salasya’s altercation with fans has since drawn sharp reactions from a section of leaders, including Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, who condemned the attack, terming it “an unfortunate act of political intolerance”.
“What happened to Hon. Peter Salasya at Nyayo Stadium today is unfortunate. Political intolerance undermines the very foundation of our democracy, which relies on the ability to engage with differing views,” Mudavadi said.
Regarding the match itself, Kenya fell to a narrow 2-1 defeat, with Michael Olunga netting the Harambee Stars’ sole goal.
The FKF is expected to release a statement on Tuesday to address the security issues at Nyayo Stadium following the Salasya incident and the chaotic scenes on Sunday when eager fans broke down Gate 8.
