Tension escalated in Malava after parliamentary hopeful Seth Panyako was arrested under controversial circumstances. The incident unfolded at Lunyu Police Station, where Panyako had gone to record a statement following a night attack he described as an assassination attempt.
According to Panyako, unknown assailants stormed the hotel where he and his team were staying, vandalised property, torched one of his vehicles, and injured his driver. The chaos reportedly lasted for hours, leaving the DAP-K candidate shaken and in fear for his life.
When he arrived at the police station the following morning, Panyako turned emotional and dramatic, alleging that powerful forces within the government including individuals close to President Ruto were pursuing him.
Moments later, police officers took him into custody.
Earlier in the day, Panyako arrived at St. Joseph’s Lunyu Primary School to cast his vote. Visibly distressed, he broke down in tears while addressing supporters about the threats he claimed to have faced overnight. The emotional moment quickly trended locally, with some sympathizing and others criticizing him.
Shortly after voting, he proceeded to Lunyu Police Station where the dramatic arrest occurred
