
05/03/2025
“I Did It Because Raila Lost AUC Elections” Man Arrested for Beating His Wife Tells Court.
A 38-year-old man has today shocked a Makadara court when he claimed that his anger over Raila Odinga’s loss in the African Union Commission (AUC) elections weeks ago led to him beating his wife. The accused, Felix Omondi Odhiambo, was charged with assault after allegedly knocking out three of his wife's teeth during a domestic dispute.
Omondi denied the allegations, saying the real cause of his actions was frustration over the AUC election outcome. He argued in court that he was deeply upset by Raila’s defeat and took out his anger in the wrong way. However, reports indicate that the fight started after his wife failed to buy his favorite meal, pork, for dinner.
When he appeared before Senior Principal Magistrate Paul Rotich, Omondi pleaded not guilty to the charges. His explanation left the courtroom in surprise, with some finding it unusual that a political event could trigger such an incident. The court is set to make a ruling on the matter as the legal process continues.