Former Senator Gloria Orwoba has broken her silence following claims by Women Representative Betty Maina, who questioned how Orwoba allegedly changed clothes during the Othaya church incident.In a detailed post on Monday, Orwoba explained the precautions that women in politics take to ensure their safety during high-risk situations.
She outlined a series of measures, including wearing protective undergarments such as tights and a vest beneath their outfits, carrying flat shoes for quick mobility, and being ready to escape potential threats.
Orwoba recounted that while at the church, she and other women were informed that their clothing had made them targets.
To protect themselves, she stripped down to her safety attire and was given choir gowns by church members.
She added that villagers also assisted them by providing lesos to help disguise their appearance as they moved through back routes and thickets to evade pursuers.The former senator emphasized that Betty Maina, as a fellow female politician, is aware of these safety practices.
Senator Orwoba expressed disappointment that Maina had publicly questioned her actions, saying it exposed the vulnerabilities women face in politics.
Orwoba also addressed more serious allegations, asserting that attempts to harm her were unsuccessful and reaffirming her commitment to maintaining her dignity and safety.
Earlier as reported, MP Maina criticized the sequence of events, noting inconsistencies in the narratives circulated online.
She highlighted that the former DP and his entourage appeared unharmed during the incidents, and that police were able to escort him to safety without any injuries to those allegedly attacked.
She also questioned the behavior of other political figures and media coverage, emphasizing that the accusations were being amplified for public attention.
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