This archive report was first published on 18 September 2019.
Published on September 18, 2019, singer Akothee has responded to critics after trending for wearing a miniskirt in parliament.
Despite being briefed on how to dress before attending the parliamentary session, Akothee's choice of attire left heads turning.
When asked about her decision, Akothee said,
‘I dressed my best. This is my best official so far. It’s only that my legs are longer than the skirt maybe,”
She also stated that she had no problem with the parliament rules, especially on the dress code, saying,
“Every organisation has their rules and regulations and if employees are free to dress the way they want some people would go to work dressed like Akothee,”
Akothee had lunch with nominated MP David ole Sankok and Embakasi MP Babu Owino, and her main agenda at the corridors of parliament was to invite the government to support her Akothee foundation.
The foundation aims at supporting people living in tough conditions in Turkana, and Akothee plans to launch it on September 28 at Weston Hotel. She also plans to sink six boreholes, build a school and a church in every rescue centre.
Akothee insisted that she is not interested in politics and will not run for office, saying,
‘I wouldn’t change my lifestyle and dress code for anyone. Politics for me is still a no for me. Not today, not in 20 years.”
