Suba North MP Millie Mabona has rejected accusations that her social media posts led to the dismissal of James Opande, a Kenyan‑born nurse employed in the United States, after allegations of sexual misconduct involving a woman in Nairobi trended online.
In a statement shared across her platforms on Thursday, Mabona said she was taken by surprise to discover her name trending in connection with Opande’s professional fate.
“So I have been told this morning: ‘You are trending,’” she wrote.
“I know I have not posted anything major so I also wonder why. Then I see questions on my thread on a condolence message: ‘Why did you report Opande?’ Then I try to figure out who the hell is Opande and where and why am I reporting him anywhere?”
The MP made clear she would not be silenced on matters of gender‑based violence.
“I will continue unapologetically condemning any forms of Gender Based Violence,” she said, reaffirming her long‑standing advocacy on women’s rights and safety.
Mabona’s response comes amid a wave of social media speculation suggesting that international employers were monitoring Kenyan public figures’ commentary on the Opande case, with some netizens alleging that the MP’s commentary influenced administrative action.
There is no verifiable evidence so far linking her posts to any formal action by Opande’s employer, and Mabona emphasised this point in her response.
In strong language, the legislator addressed her critics directly: “Guys — look here — you should have known by now that I seek no likes. I already like myself enough. Use me to gain traction if you want. Hate me if you want.
Abuse me if you want.” She dismissed the spread of what she described as “silly comments and posts” aimed at tarnishing her reputation online.
Mabona concluded her message with a challenge to detractors: “Am I a person you think you can run out of town with silly comments and posts on social media? Uwalo. Parie.”
The unfolding situation around Opande’s case continues to stir debate on digital consent, privacy and accountability, both within Kenya and in diaspora communities.