In a bold act that has resonated with many Kenyans, a Nairobi motorist named Evans Kiarie refused to yield to a politician's vehicle, even as its sirens blared, demanding the right of way. The incident, captured in a video posted online on August 16, 2024, has sparked widespread support from Kenyans who are tired of the entitlement often exhibited by some public officials.
Kiarie, driving calmly through the city, stood his ground when the politician’s vehicle attempted to overtake him. Despite the increasing urgency from the other car, Kiarie refused to move, making it clear that he believed both citizens and politicians should be treated equally on the road. “Who do they think they are? I am not moving. You're using the road just like all of us,” he stated.
Eventually, the politician's vehicle was forced to turn off its sirens and find an alternative way. Kiarie’s defiance has been met with admiration online, with many Kenyans hailing his courage and calling for more people to stand up against such displays of power.
Social media users shared their thoughts, with one commenter saying, "We need more like him." Another added, "It should become the norm; they switch on the sirens, and no one moves."
This incident highlights a growing sentiment among Kenyans who are tired of the perceived arrogance of some public figures. As Kiarie put it, “We are all taxpayers here,” a statement that has struck a chord with many who believe in fairness and equality.
Kiarie’s actions have sparked a conversation about the need for respect and equal treatment on Kenya's roads, regardless of one’s status
