The tension arose when Khalwale passionately argued for more immediate and radical reforms to address road safety issues.
Ichung’wah, responding with clear irritation, told Khalwale that politics is not a stage for theatrics.
“If you want to be popular, go and sell ice cream,” Ichung’wah said, drawing mixed reactions from fellow lawmakers.
He added, “If your goal is to entertain and make people laugh, then perhaps politics is not your calling. Go where things are funny all the time you’ll find a crowd there.”
Ichung’wah’s remarks, which quickly went viral on social media, came amid growing concerns over the rising number of road accidents across the country.
The session was initially intended to propose and discuss stricter enforcement of traffic laws and enhanced public transport regulations.
Senator Khalwale, known for his dramatic and emotive style, had proposed populist solutions, including banning certain public service vehicles and conducting mass crackdowns.
His approach drew criticism from some legislators who felt it lacked technical grounding.
While Khalwale has not officially responded to Ichung’wah’s jab, sources close to him suggest he remains undeterred and is focused on pushing for more responsive leadership on public safety matters.
The incident has ignited public debate online, with some Kenyans praising Ichung’wah’s firmness, while others view his comments as dismissive of genuine concerns.
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