Esther Passaris condems GBV as ex governor’s daughter is assaulted
By Joel Masibo, November 17, 2025Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris has called for collective efforts to put an end to the Gender Based Violence (GBV) cases in Kenyan homes.
Speaking against the backdrop of former Nairobi Governor Gideon Mbuvi’s (Sonko) daughter, who was recently physically assaulted by her husband, Passaris has condemned incidents of a similar kind.
”There are some phone calls no parent should ever have to receive. A call from your daughter, in tears, saying she has been assaulted by the father of her children or anyone for that matter, is a pain no parent should endure,” Esther Passaris took to X on Monday, November 17, 2025.
16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence
The legislator has asked the community to observe this year’s 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence to rebuke assault against women.
The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is a global campaign led annually by the United Nations (UN) Women. It runs every year from 25 November (the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women) to 10 December (Human Rights Day).
During the 16 Days of Activism, communities around the world join the call to prevent and eliminate violence against women and girls. ”As we gear up for the 16 Days of Activism Against GBV, we must confront the reality that we cannot continue normalizing violence in our homes. Our brothers, our sons and our partners must not raise their hands against our girls and women in any form or shape. Equally, no one should assault another, regardless of gender,” she added.
The Nairobi Woman Rep also extended has affection to the family of the former Nairobi City County boss following the GBV incident.
”I want to applaud H.E. Governor @MikeSonko for exercising restraint in such a trying moment, choosing to address the matter firmly yet peacefully. I also stand with Saumu Mbuvi and pray that she finds healing, strength, and the support she needs during this difficult time. Violence has no place in our homes. Violence has no place in our society,” Passaris said.
Surge in GBV cases
In recent years, Kenya has witnessed a disturbing surge in cases of femicide, the intentional killing of women, often perpetrated by intimate partners or family members. This rising tide of gender-based violence has sparked outrage, grief, and calls for urgent action across the nation.