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Sudi and Morara Clash Over Defamation Suit

Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi accuses Mr. Kebaso of defaming him on X. He filed a suit at the Chief Magistrates Court in Eldoret. Mr. Sudi claims Mr. Kebaso made defamatory remarks about him on December 22, 2024.

The post included a photo of Mr. Sudi with a youth activist. The activist had gained fame during Gen Z-led protests in June 2023. In the caption, Mr. Kebaso criticized the activist for associating with Mr. Sudi. He suggested the activist should have started a business instead.

Mr. Sudi alleges the post implied he supported the killing of Gen Z protesters. He says it portrayed him as a “heartless profiteer” benefiting from crime. He claims the post caused severe reputational harm and emotional distress. It also damaged his personal and professional relationships.

Mr. Oscar sent a demand letter to Mr. Kebaso on December 28, 2024. He asked for the post’s removal and a public apology. However, he says Mr. Kebaso ignored the demand. Instead, Mr. Kebaso allegedly mocked him with another post on December 29, 2024. The post read, “Oscar Kipchumba Sudi wants an apology,” with laughing emojis.

Mr. Sudi argues the new post shows malice and disregard for the truth. The court directed Mr. Kebaso to appear by January 31, 2025. He can appear in person or through an advocate.

“Failure to appear may result in the suit proceeding without you,” the court stated.

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