I have not received my salary for 6 months; Senator Methu
Nyandarua Senator John Methu has said he has claimed that he has not received his pay in the last six months, blaming his political position and support for the opposition.
Nyandarua Senator John Methu has said he has claimed that he has not received his pay in the last six months, blaming his political position and support for the opposition.
Speaking in a morning interview hosted by Gatonye wa Mbugua on Kameme FM radio on Monday, April 27, 2026, Methu lamented what he termed ‘retaliatory measures’ against leaders who don’t align with the government.
“I have not been receiving my salary for at least six months now,” Methu said, prompting questions over the reasons behind the alleged withholding of his salary.
The senator connected this matter to his political stance, claiming that his criticism of the government has led to this situation. The decision, Methu said, is an attempt to intimidate critics and political dissidents.
The first-time young lawmaker has further claimed that President William Ruto has been offering money to lawmakers from the opposition to gain their support. Methu’s comments come as political tensions have flared, with government and opposition leaders at odds over key issues.
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Meanwhile, Methu has also defended former head of state Uhuru Kenyatta against allegations that he is financing opposition activities.
The senator rejected the claims, saying that Kenyatta has completely left politics.
He also said the role of the former president is to advise, pointing out that he only advises the opposition leaders and corrects them when they make mistakes.
“The former president agreed to retire, and there is no time to tell the opposition here to hold their rallies. The only thing he does is call us to order when he points out our mistakes,” Methu added.
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