EALA MP Banned For 3 Months After Apologising For Fighting Fellow MP
The decision was made following an incident where the EALA MP was caught on camera physically confronting Orange Democratic Movement (ODM)-nominated MP Umulkher Harun Mohamed.
Viral Tea Ke Writer 
East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) Member of Parliament (MP) Falhada Dekow Iman has been barred from accessing Parliament Buildings for 90 days.
This was announced by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula, who revealed on Wednesday, April 9, that the decision was made following an incident where the EALA MP was caught on camera physically confronting Orange Democratic Movement (ODM)-nominated MP Umulkher Harun Mohamed.
In response, the Speaker instructed the EALA legislator to submit a written explanation of the altercation and to issue a public apology.
The written apology must be delivered to the Speaker’s office no later than 5 p.m. on Monday, April 14, 2025.
Collage of EALA MP Falhada Iman and a screengrab of a clip showing her in an altercation with nominated MP Umulkher Harun Mohamed. /VIRAL TEA KE
"Having reviewed the video and the incident report, it is clear that the violent altercation casts Parliament in a bad light, and is likely to reflect adversely on the dignity or integrity of Parliament and, indeed, the sanctity of the precincts of Parliament," read the statement in part.
"In the meantime, Hon. Falhada is forthwith precluded from accessing the precincts of Parliament and facilities for a period of 90 days, save on the day and time when she'll deliver her written explanation to the Speaker."
Speaker Wetang'ula directed nominated MP Umulkher to issue an apology to fellow legislators over her involvement in the altercation.
"Given that the incident involved a sitting member and a former member, I am inclined to first accord the current member, Honourable Harun, the opportunity to explain herself and to apologise to the house," the Speaker added, handing Umulkher a lifeline.
Wetang'ula stated that additional guidance would be provided after reviewing Falhada's apology, and suggested that further disciplinary measures could be considered against both MPs depending on the content of their respective statements.
In the same session, the Speaker warned MPs against recording such altercations within the chambers, hinting that the individual who captured the footage could also face consequences.
"The recording of the video of the altercation is claimed to have been done by a sitting member of the House. Should the claims be ascertained, it should also attract sanctions under the Parliament Powers and Privileges Act Cap 6," he added.
The decision comes hours after Dekow issued a public apology following the altercation, which sparked public debate and raised concerns over conduct within legislative spaces.
In a statement released on April 9, 2025, Iman expressed deep remorse, acknowledging that the confrontation “was undeniably beneath the dignity of the institution we serve and the trust bestowed upon us by the Kenyan people.” She extended her “unreserved apologies” for her role in the altercation.
Iman attributed the incident to “prolonged and intense provocation” during what she described as a highly charged parliamentary session. While claiming to have exercised restraint in the face of “repeated inflammatory remarks,” she admitted the situation “regrettably escalated beyond control.”
She conceded that her response “crossed the line of decorum expected of a public servant” and stated unequivocally that “no circumstance justifies such a breach of conduct.”
On her part, Nominated MP Harun went on social media on the evening of Tuesday, April 8, alleging that her fellow legislator was the one who initiated the attack against her.
"My colleague from the EALA, who has expressed longstanding differences with my work, acted in a manner that I find unacceptable. She came to Parliament to do nothing but attack me, an incident that blindsided me and left me questioning what faulted the ambush," she wrote on Facebook, adding that she regretted how things unfolded.
The confrontation reportedly took place in full view of other lawmakers and quickly gained traction on social media, attracting widespread public attention. Although the exact circumstances of the incident are still unclear, Iman's apology and Kheir’s public complaint highlight growing concerns over the standards of behavior expected from public officials, particularly in an age where misconduct is rapidly spotlighted online.
The incident has prompted renewed calls for enhanced professionalism, proper conduct, and effective conflict resolution frameworks within Kenya's legislative bodies.
