- Khwisero Member of Parliament, Christopher Aseka, has condemned the increase in witchcraft in his state, warning residents who breed snakes and wild animals to seek permits or take action
- He claimed that witchcraft has disrupted development projects, even causing street herders to get stuck, and said many young people have suffered from mental health challenges as a result of such actions
- Aseka vowed to cooperate with the pastors to destroy witchcraft devices and ensure legal action is taken against those involved
Khwisero Member of Parliament, Christopher Aseka, has raised concerns about the rise of witchcraft in his state, urging those who keep snakes and other wild animals to seek permits from the authorities, warning that otherwise he will collaborate with priests to destroy their idols.
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He said men and women have chosen to live in witchcraft, which has harmed society and destroyed young people to a great extent.
Is witchcraft hindering development Khwisero?
In an interview during a public meeting in his small county, he recalled an incident where two people blocked the construction of a road, allegedly using witchcraft.
He explained that his office, along with the contractor, had a difficult day marking one of the roads in the sub-county due to witchcraft that caused the grader to be damaged in the middle of the road.
“Men and women in this small county have decided to live in sorcery; they even used it to stop a grader who was marking the road,” Aseka claimed.
The MP added that innocent residents have continued to suffer at the hands of witches who destroy their lives.
He said many people in his state are confused because of those who have “evil eyes” in villages.
However, the MP revealed that the youth are the most affected in the area, as villagers with “evil eyes” destroy their lives.
“Many young people are suffering from witchcraft; some are confused because of being smart in school, a practice that should be stopped,” Aseka added.
According to him, residents should find alternative ways of living instead of engaging in evil activities like witchcraft, which have ruined their lives.
He also urged the pastors in the area to pray for those involved in such acts so that they can change and live a holy life.
Will Christopher Aseka take action against traditional healers?
Furthermore, he asked those who breed snakes and other wild animals to seek permits from the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS).
He warned that his office and the pastors association will work together to ensure that legal action is taken against those involved.
“I have cooperated with the shepherds so that we destroy all the things they use in magic,” he warned.
Machakos witchcraft suspect arrested
In other news, police in Machakos recently arrested a man linked to the investigation into the death of a woman in the area.
The suspect, 55-year-old Mumo Nthiwa, who identified himself as a religious leader, was brought to court after authorities found items related to witchcraft, including human hair, fingernails, pieces of skin, and photographs.
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His arrest came after another man, Eric Makau, was caught performing rituals near a water tank and revealed that the equipment he used was provided by Mumo.
Head of DCI of Machakos sub-county Nzioka Singi confirmed that Mumo’s arrest is related to Esther Katongo’s murder.
What did the police find in Mumo Nthiwa?
Investigators followed up the case by searching Mumo’s workplace, where they discovered items related to religious-like practices, including pictures and amulets belonging to residents.
Mumo admitted to terrorizing people while pretending to be a preacher, using their beliefs for his personal gain.
The authorities warned the public to be vigilant against the fraud, while Makau was released, and the court ordered that the seized items related to witchcraft be destroyed.
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