Dramatic Assassination of Kenya Opp MP In Movie-style Bike Attack

By Own Correspondent

Nairobi, Kenya – Charles Ong’ondo Were, a member of parliament representing the Kasipul constituency, was fatally shot on Wednesday evening in a targeted and premeditated attack. The assassination occurred at approximately 7:30 PM on April 30, 2025, as Were’s vehicle paused at a traffic light on Ngong Road near the City Mortuary roundabout.

According to police reports and witness accounts, the assailant was a passenger on a motorcycle that pulled up alongside the MP’s car. The pillion passenger approached the vehicle and fired shots at the passenger side before jumping back onto the motorcycle and speeding away. Were’s driver and bodyguard rushed him to Nairobi Hospital, but he was pronounced dead on arrival.

Police spokesperson Muchiri Nyaga confirmed the targeted nature of the crime, stating, “The nature of this crime appears to be both targeted and predetermined.” President William Ruto has ordered a full investigation into the assassination, vowing that “those responsible must be held to account.”

A Chilling Warning

In the days leading up to his death, Were had repeatedly voiced concerns about threats to his life. In a series of chilling videos, he claimed that “hired goons” were plotting to assassinate him, attributing the plot to local politics. Just two weeks before his death, Were predicted his own assassination during a funeral, saying, “When you hear I have been killed, Kasipul will not be the same again.”

Reaction and Condolences

The assassination has sent shockwaves through political circles, with many expressing grief and outrage. Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Raila Odinga described Were as a “gallant son of the soil” who was “mercilessly and in cold blood, gunned down by an assassin.” Fellow legislators, including Saboti MP Caleb Amisi and Rangwe MP Lilian Gogo, also voiced their shock and disbelief.

Investigation Underway

The motive for the assassination remains unclear, but the investigation is ongoing. National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has directed the Inspector General of Police to immediately investigate the Kasipul MP’s murder and submit the findings to Parliament without delay. The Inspector General of Police is also required to enhance the security of all Kenyans, especially the security of national leaders.

Mixed Reaction on Social Media

The news of Were’s assassination sparked a mixed reaction on social media, with some expressing condolences and others celebrating his death. Some Kenyans saw his death as a blow to corruption, with one user writing, “If we continue at this rate—at least one MP per month—by 2027, Kenya will be free from corruption.” The reaction highlights the deep-seated frustrations and mistrust of the political elite among some Kenyans.