Flamboyant politician and businessman Buzeki Kiprop Bundotich has launched a scathing critique of Kenyan lawmakers, criticising them for rampant corruption and dereliction of duty.

In a fiery post on his official X account posted on Friday, August 22, 2025, Bundotich described Parliament as a den of ignorance and arrogance, where public service has been replaced by self-interest and personal gain.

“Most of our MPs swim in corruption and crooked deals. Parliament has become a den of ignorance and arrogance, where duty to the people is auctioned to the highest bidder!!” Bundotich wrote, capturing the frustration of many Kenyans over perceived lawmaker impunity.

His remarks echo concerns previously raised by President William Ruto, who has repeatedly criticised Members of Parliament for prioritising personal enrichment over public service. Ruto has, on occasion, accused MPs of being overly concerned with securing favours and financial gain, at the expense of the citizens they were elected to serve.

Bundotich’s statement is reflective of growing public disillusionment with Parliament. The perception that MPs are engaging in corrupt deals while failing to deliver on developmental promises has fueled widespread debate about accountability and governance in Kenya.

Bundotich’s remarks highlight growing concerns that legislative processes are being increasingly shaped by private interests. By stating that “duty to the people is AUCTIONED to the highest bidder,” he is highlighting concerns that laws and policies are being shaped not by national interest, but by those willing to pay for influence.

The criticism comes at a time when Kenya continues to grapple with high-profile corruption scandals, some implicating sitting lawmakers. The repeated calls for parliamentary reforms and stronger oversight mechanisms underscore the urgency of addressing the public’s trust deficit in the legislature.

Experts note that such open condemnations, particularly from public figures like Bundotich, put pressure on MPs to act more transparently. It also reinforces the narrative that citizens are no longer willing to tolerate unchecked corruption, demanding tangible accountability from their representatives.

By aligning his critique with the President’s warnings about parliamentary misconduct, Bundotich is signalling a growing consensus among leaders and citizens alike: that Kenya’s Parliament must regain its credibility and return to serving the people, rather than individual ambitions.

As debates over governance and corruption continue, Bundotich’s statement is likely to spark conversations on the need for systemic reforms, stronger checks and balances, and a renewed focus on ethical leadership in Parliament.