FINANCE BILL 2026: Ndindi Nyoro Explains Why He Didn't Vote

FINANCE BILL 2026: Ndindi Nyoro Explains Why He Didn’t Vote

After skipping one of Parliament’s most carefully watched legislative sessions, Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has addressed public concerns about his absence during the debate and voting on the Finance Bill 2026/27.

Because of Nyoro’s recent public stances on government economic policy and his criticism of certain areas of the nation’s budgetary orientation, his absence caused some Kenyans to take notice.

Amid comparatively limited participation in the National Assembly, the Finance Bill voting was held on Thursday.

Only 162 of the 349 elected and nominated members—or 46.4% of the legislature—voted during the session; the remaining 182 were either absent or did not cast a ballot.

Among those whose absence sparked debate was Nyoro, who in recent months has frequently spoken on taxation, public spending, debt management and broader economic policy.

The MP has also been vocal during parliamentary discussions and public forums on measures contained in the budget-making process, making his absence during the final voting stage notable.

Responding in a detailed statement, Nyoro acknowledged the concerns raised and said he had taken time to reflect on the public feedback.

Wadosi Wakenya Wote, I come in Peace and humility.

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…— Ndindi Nyoro (@NdindiNyoro) June 19, 2026

He admitted that he was not present during the vote and accepted criticism directed at him.

“The vote for the Finance Bill happened yesterday; disappointingly, I was not in Parliament,” he said.

Nyoro explained that he travelled out of the country on Wednesday evening for engagements that, according to him, could not be postponed.

However, he maintained that the circumstances should not excuse missing the session.

“But no explanation should absolve the blame,” he added.

The MP said feedback received from Kenyans would help improve how he and others carry out their responsibilities in Parliament and in public service.

Nyoro 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.

According to him, those engagements have helped inform Kenyans on decisions affecting businesses, investments and the economy.

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He also argued that Parliament is operating in what he described as an unprecedented environment where majority and minority leadership appear aligned, making oversight more difficult.

Nyoro said this had informed his approach of engaging both within Parliament and through public platforms.

On proposals he had championed to reduce fuel prices, the legislator said they were presented before relevant committees but were not included in the Finance Committee’s final report.

He said pursuing the proposals through amendments became difficult after they were classified as matters requiring a separate legislative path.

Nyoro added that leaders must remain accountable and open to criticism.

“As human as we are, we are far from being perfect and we will always seek to learn from the feedback we receive,” he said.

FINANCE BILL 2026: Ndindi Nyoro Explains Why He Didn’t Vote