Along Yatya-Chemoe way on Saturday, bandits opened fire on the convoy led by Baringo North MP Joseph Makilap, Baringo County Woman Representative Florence Jematia, and Redcross personnel.
As they made their way from Yatya to Chemoe in the Saimo Soi and Bartabwa Wards, the leaders who were giving food to victims of insecurity in the Chemoe and Chepkesin areas were fired upon.
Before going to the more dangerous area of Chepkesin, the MPs were compelled to call in reinforcements from nearby police camps.
The convoy did not have a security safe for the two VIP escorts.
After the incident, Makilap spoke to the media and stated that the government needs to put an end to banditry in the area, noting that over 10,000 people had left their homes due to a string of attacks.
Baringo Woman Representative Florence Jematia stated that because the government hasn’t provided them with security guarantees, the people are now powerless.
Since January, there have been fifteen deaths at the hands of bandits.
