The legislator was addressing supporters at an open-air meeting when she posed what appeared to be a routine political question: whether they would re-elect President William Ruto for a second term if elections were held today.
In a moment that caught her off guard, not a single hand was raised from the crowd, leaving an awkward silence hanging over the gathering.
Witnesses say the MP paused briefly, scanning the audience in disbelief before attempting to regain control of the situation.
As murmurs spread through the crowd, laughter broke out among some residents, further compounding the embarrassment.
The unexpected response forced Wamaua to quickly shift gears, launching into a defence of the Kenya Kwanza administration and outlining what she described as the “good things” President Ruto has done since taking office.
She cited government initiatives on agriculture, infrastructure development and efforts to stabilise the economy, urging residents to be patient and give the administration time to deliver on its promises.
However, her remarks appeared to do little to change the mood, as sections of the crowd reportedly responded with more laughter rather than applause.
The incident has since sparked conversations in political circles, with analysts viewing it as a reflection of the frustrations facing leaders allied to the ruling party, particularly at the grassroots.
Rising cost of living, taxation measures and unmet expectations have continued to dominate public discourse, even in regions that strongly supported President Ruto in the 2022 polls.
While Wamaua did not directly address the incident afterwards, the moment has been widely interpreted as a warning sign for elected leaders ahead of intensified campaigns.
As political temperatures rise, such public forums are increasingly becoming litmus tests for leaders seeking to gauge the true mood of the electorate beyond party slogans and official statements.
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