400 Families In Sh 2.4bn SGR Compensation Dispute Seek Sonko Intervention

In the expansive Dupoto Darfur farm situated in Kiang'ombe along the bustling Nairobi-Mombasa highway, a saga of injustice and alleged deceit has unfolded, leaving more than 400 families in a state of distress. 

The source of their grievances stems from the looming construction of the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR), which has purportedly left them uncompensated for the land they have willingly given up.

The affected families recently gathered to voice their concerns, choosing the residence of former Nairobi governor, Mike Sonko, as the platform to air their grievances. 

According to their claims, a collaboration between a tycoon and individuals from the railway corporation has led to the misappropriation of funds that were rightfully owed to them as compensation for their relinquished land.

In an impassioned plea for justice, these families have turned to Mike Sonko, seeking his intervention to unravel the complexities of this purported swindle. 

The former Governor, known for his advocacy on matters of social justice, has been implored to champion their cause and ensure that they receive the compensation rightfully due to them.

Mike Sonko, responding to the plight of the aggrieved families, has pledged to collaborate with the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in order to shed light on the alleged mismanagement of the compensation funds. 

The former governor has committed to working tirelessly to uncover the intricacies of the 4 billion shillings compensation tussle, vowing to leave no stone unturned in the pursuit of justice for these disenfranchised families.

This unfolding scenario takes place against a backdrop where the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has raised concerns over the escalating cases of land grabbing and the use of counterfeit certificates to secure employment. 

The intersection of these issues underscores the broader challenges faced by communities dealing with land-related matters and highlights the need for comprehensive and transparent solutions to address these injustices.