MP Peter Kaluma wants the BBC to be banned in Kenya following his article on killings in parliament

  • Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma claimed the immediate cancellation of BBC Africa’s license in Kenya
  • Kaluma accused the BBC of reporting careless
  • The film is investigating the massive and dangerous protests of June 25, 2024, in which protesters are alleged to have killed security forces

Nairobi – A controversial situation has erupted after Homa Bay City MP Peter Kaluma demanded the immediate cancellation of the BBC Africa license in Kenya.

Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma accused the BBC of careless journalism. Photo: Peter Kaluma, BBC Africa.
Source: UGC

His wishes come to light following the Blood Parliament’s Blood Parliament film, which he claims is full of “reporting without caution” and preference.

The film released on Monday, April 28, the BBC Africa Eye version is investigating The procession The danger of June 25, 2024.

The protests witnessed security forces allegedly killing protesters during a severe penalty against those involved in protests against the 2024 financial bill in the Kenyan Parliament.

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The article cited and involved the Kenyan Defense Force (KDF) and the killing of the protesters, and focused on the lack of responsibility for those responsible for the deaths.

What did Peter Kaluma say about the BBC’s Blood Blood film?

In rebuking his X account, Kaluma described the film as “Croke, pointless, careless, and intended to spark violence in Kenya. “

He expressed his deep concern about the possibility of such a media outlet to undermine democracy.

The MP painted historic symmetry and the role of the media in the 1994 Rwandan genocide.

“The role of the media in any democracy is very important to be released. He wrote.

Kaluma called on Kenyan authorities to take immediate action against BBC Africa.

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“The relevant Kenyan government agencies must take immediate action to remove the BBC Africa license in Kenya,” he added.

Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma calls for the ban on the BBC in Kenya after it was revealed that it involved KDF and the killing of Parliament.

MP Peter Kaluma wants the BBC to be detained in Kenya following an article involving KDF and killing in parliament
Peter Kaluma called on Kenyan authorities to take action through the BBC. Photo: Peter Kaluma.
Source: UGC
MP Peter Kaluma wants the BBC to be detained in Kenya following an article involving KDF and killing in parliament
Picture of Peter Kaluma’s post, which has been deleted. Photo: Peter Kaluma.
Source: Twitter

A BBC examination of the Parliamentary Blood Film

Shortly thereafter, BBC Africa’s private show of the most expected film was suddenly canceled a few hours before the start.

The event, which was scheduled to take place in an invisible area in Nairobi at 12:00 pm, was intended to be a unique show of the 35 -minute film.

The show was intended to be followed by a panel debate, allowing a deep sink into the key issues disclosed in the film. However, guests were notified a few hours before the event that it could not continue as planned.

The organizers sent a message to the guests expressing their sadness and frustration, explaining that they could not continue the process as planned.

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They cited the inability to share the film with guests that evening but assured the attendees that alternative options were being investigated and that more updates would be issued if a solution was found.

Although no specific reason for the sudden cancellation, BBC Africa Eye assured the attendees that the film was still available by the public on their Official YouTube channel.

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