Residents Accuse CDF Officials of KSh 2,000 Bursary Bribes – MP Zaheer Jhanda Under Fire in Nyaribari Chache

Residents of Nyaribari Chache Constituency claim some CDF officials are demanding KSh 2,000 from students or parents to release bursaries worth KSh 5,000 or KSh 10,000.

The alleged practice has left many families frustrated and worried about their children’s education.

Critics argue the bursary program is meant to support students, not create additional financial barriers.

Nyaribari Chache Students Say CDF Officials Demand Bribes, MP Zaheer Jhanda Silent

Accusations of Favoritism

It is alleged that several CDF officials were appointed due to loyalty to MP Zaheer Jhanda, rather than competence.

Residents say this has weakened accountability and allowed alleged misconduct to persist.

Student leaders and parents argue that political loyalty should not override fairness and proper management of public funds.

Students Speak Out

The Nyaribari Chache Students Association says it has repeatedly raised concerns about the bursary allocation.

Students claim officials ask for KSh 2,000 to release the funds.

According to students, MP Zaheer Jhanda has not acted, possibly because some officials also serve as ground mobilizers in political activities.

Growing Public Frustration

Parents and students say they have complained multiple times, but no action has been taken.

Many residents feel ignored, fueling anger and mistrust. One parent said, “This bursary is meant to help us, not to be sold back to us.”

The allegations have sparked widespread concern across the constituency.

Calls for Accountability

Residents and student leaders are urging MP Zaheer Jhanda to investigate the bursary process.

They want officials who are found culpable removed or disciplined.

Transparency and fairness in future allocations are also demanded.

Many say decisive action would show true leadership and restore trust in public institutions.

Leadership Under Test

Even if allegations remain unverified, residents argue MP Zaheer Jhanda has a moral responsibility to act.

They stress that placing political loyalty above student welfare undermines public confidence.

Observers say this is a defining moment for the MP. How he responds could shape his reputation for years.

The Way Forward

Community members call for:

• Clear rules for bursary allocation

• Independent oversight of CDF funds

• Swift action against officials involved

Residents warn that continued silence may deepen mistrust and damage leadership credibility.

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