This archive report was first published on 2 August 2019.
On August 2, 2019, a memorial service was held for the late Kibra MP Ken Okoth at Starehe Boys Centre, where he studied.
During the service, Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko urged the National Assembly to approve a bill seeking the legalization of marijuana, in honour of Okoth who had fronted the legislation.
Okoth's bill aimed to legalize marijuana for medicinal use, citing its potential to help manage cancer.
"Our departed brother had a very important bill. He wanted Marijuana legalized and we are told bhang has medicinal values. MPs Babu Owino and Jaguar please carry on with this Bill, we want it legalized," said Sonko.
Other leaders, including ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna and National Assembly Deputy Speaker Moses Cheboi, also threw their weight behind the bill, citing its potential to help those suffering from cancer.
However, Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka expressed reservations about the bill, stating that he would send Wiper legislators to represent his views when it comes to the floor.
