Actress Dorea Chege says threats will not derail her Nairobi Woman Rep bid

Actress Dorea Chege has revealed that she has received threats aimed at blocking her from running for the Nairobi Woman Representative seat in the upcoming August 9 general elections.

Taking to Instagram on Monday, the seemingly jittered ‘Maria’ actress revealed that she has been receiving threatening calls and messages from unknown people.

“My name is Mheshimiwa Dorea Chege, na kama mnavyojua mimi ndio na-vie kiti cha Woman Representative Nairobi County, and I’m here because I’m not happy. I’m receiving messages, calls and threats from you guys,” said Chege.

The actress further noted that she is staunch in her decision to vie for the political seat, adding that her will cannot be shaken.

She went on to say that even though she does not have the same resources as her counterparts, she will not step down from the race.

Chege further urged the faceless people making unwarranted threats against her to speak through their votes. 

“Let me tell you, I’m not stepping down and one thing that you need to know, I am not a coward,” she said.

“I may not have that money, but let me tell you, tupatane kwa debe, kura iongee.”

Chege, who is running as an independent candidate, announced her decision to vie for the seat on January 30, 2022.

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