This archive report was first published on 22 October 2021.
On October 20, 2021, a video was published that portrayed Machakos Governor Alfred Mutua in a negative light, with allegations of rape and physical abuse.
The governor has now threatened to sue activist Boniface Mwangi for defamation over the video, which he claims has gravely injured his character and reputation.
According to the governor's lawyer, Harrison Kinyanjui, the defamatory words were repeatedly disseminated and maintained online, causing harm to the governor's credit and standing in the public eye.
The video in question contains statements that the governor claims are false and damaging, including allegations of physical abuse and rape.
Activist Boniface Mwangi has responded to the governor's threat, stating that he will not be intimidated by the governor's actions.
