Speaking on Saturday, December 13, 2025, during a bursary funds drive at Kapiyo Secondary School in Bondo Constituency, Mbadi emphasised that any concerns about the transaction should be addressed through proper parliamentary channels rather than in public forums.
The warning comes after Nyoro publicly challenged the CS and even called for a televised debate on the divestiture.
Mbadi described the call as an attempt at self-publicity and said the correct forum for such matters is the National Assembly.
“Yesterday or the day before, I saw Ndindi Nyoro calling for a duel over Safaricom. He wants us to go to a TV station. I don’t want to be used to make a name. He is a member of Parliament, and the right place for him to raise issues is here in Parliament,” Mbadi said.
Mbadi urged Nyoro to appear before the Finance and Planning Committee and the Debt and Privatisation Committee, which have oversight over such transactions.
He emphasised that the parliamentary standing orders allow MPs to summon officials to answer questions regarding government initiatives and policies. Mbadi added that he is ready to face these committees when the National Assembly resumes sittings in January or February.
“If you have anything that you think is not right with the divestiture of Safaricom shares, come and face me in Parliament. The committees will hear you, and I will provide all the explanations,” he stated.
“You don’t need a TV station. We need a structured dialogue, and I will present the facts.”
The CS criticised Nyoro for his inconsistent stance on the Safaricom divestiture. He reminded the legislator that during the previous administration, Nyoro had encouraged the government to sell Safaricom.
Mbadi questioned why he now opposes a partial divestiture, which the CS said is aimed at boosting the national economy.
Mbadi also condemned Nyoro for using public events, including funerals and churches, as platforms to make political statements. He stressed that such settings are inappropriate for discussing complex economic matters.
“The people at funerals have come to bury their loved ones. Allow them to do so in peace. Parliament is the proper venue where detailed discussions can take place,” he noted.
The CS explained that the government’s partial divestiture of Safaricom shares is designed to stimulate economic growth by mobilising resources for national development.
He assured that a detailed briefing would be provided to Parliament to address any questions or concerns from MPs.
Mbadi’s message was delivered in the presence of several public figures, including Awendo MP Martin Owino, host Gideon Ochand, and nominated Senator Consolata Wakwabubi.
They called on President William Ruto to focus on governance despite criticism and expressed confidence that the government’s economic agenda would continue to receive support ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Treasury officials are expected to submit a full report on the Safaricom divestiture to the National Assembly in early 2026. The report will include details on valuation, timelines, and the intended use of proceeds.
MPs like Ndindi Nyoro will have the opportunity to question officials during committee hearings before any final approvals are granted.
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