Kiharu Member of Parliament, Ndindi Nyoro, has come out to explain his absence during the debate and voting on the Finance Bill 2026.
In a statement, Nyoro said he had travelled out of the country on Wednesday evening for engagements that could not be postponed, causing him to miss the crucial vote.
“The vote for the Finance Bill happened yesterday; disappointingly, I was not in Parliament. I travelled out of the Country on Wednesday evening for engagements that could not have been postponed. But no explanation should absolve the blame,” he said.
Nyoro said feedback received from Kenyans would help improve how he and others carry out their responsibilities in Parliament and in public service.
He also defended his record on the Finance Bill and Appropriations Bill, saying he had consistently participated in committee processes and floor debates to provide alternative views on government proposals.
“We have always been available and forthright in debating both the Appropriations Bill and the Finance Bill on the committee and on the floor of the house as a commitment to giving a different and alternative view.
“This has also been an important platform of informing Kenyans on the things that affect them, the businesses, investment decisions and the Economy in general,” said Nyoro.
The UDA MP further said Parliament is currently operating under unusual circumstances where the leadership of both the Majority and Minority sides share similar positions on key issues, making it difficult for the institution to effectively exercise its oversight role.
The National Assembly on Thursday night passed the Finance Bill 2026, paving the way for presidential assent.
During the voting, 122 MPs voted in favour of the bill while 40 MPs voted against it.
Notably, out of 349 elected and nominated members, only 162 cast their votes while 182 were either absent or did not vote during the session.
