In a sharp exchange, legal expert Elisha Ongoya confronted Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on his understanding of company ownership. The conversation took place during a heated debate, where Ongoya posed a direct question to Gachagua: “You’re a lawyer by profession? Do you know the meaning of ownership of a company?” The question seemed to challenge the Deputy President’s grasp of legal concepts relating to company structures, prompting a notable reaction.
Mwengi Mutuse, also a lawyer, stepped in to affirm his legal qualifications. “Yes, I am a lawyer,” he responded confidently, offering a brief yet pointed acknowledgment of his expertise.
The exchange highlighted the tension surrounding legal interpretations within the political arena, with both Ongoya and Mutuse asserting their legal credentials. The dialogue underscores the importance of understanding legal ownership structures, particularly for individuals in high political offices, and the expectations that come with their professional backgrounds. It also hints at deeper disagreements on governance and corporate matters that continue to spark debate in Kenyan political discourse.
By Nairobi