Moses Wetangula, the Speaker of the National Assembly, has discussed the historic incidents that took place in parliament on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, during the demonstrations against the Finance Bill.

Wetang'ula first praised the youths for taking the lead in discussions on issues affecting them in a statement regarding the chaos.

"I am not a stranger to the conversations that have been going on in this country with regards to the Finance Bill and the general state of the economy of the Nation," Wetangula said.


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"I laud the youth of this nation for taking the lead in this discourse and what a privilege to be alive at such a time as this to behold our children engage in and shape the course of our nation."

Nonetheless, he expressed regret for the widespread devastation that marked the invasion and declared that it would not be tolerated.

According to him, in order to address the issues raised, the discussion on the subject needs to be conducted in an organized way.

"It is imperative that these discussions are held in a structured and meaningful manner, within the confines of the law in order for them to realize the desired results," he said.


"Violence, disrespect and wanton destruction of property and blatant attack on public institutions shall not be condoned."

Hundreds of demonstrators opposed to the Finance Bill stormed into Parliament on Tuesday.

That followed several demonstrators being shot by police outside the Parliament Buildings.

Tensions outside the nation's legislature escalated, and the protesters set fire to several police vehicles.

MPs voted just moments ago to approve the Finance Bill, 2024, which they claim imposes a wave of taxes.

For the first time in Kenyan history, demonstrators have scaled barriers and entered the Parliament building in spite of tight security.

The Finance Bill, 2024 was approved by MPs by a vote of 195 to 106, clearing the way for President William Ruto to sign it into law.

In the past, demonstrators had beaten police and made their way to Parliament Road, where they were able to enter the Parliament Buildings.