Baba Kimani, father of journalist Kimani Mbugua, is in prison after being implicated in a recruitment scam linked to State House officials.According to TikToker Okumu, Baba Kimani was asked to mobilize young men for Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) enlistment, who paid money expecting military positions.However, the recruits never got recruited, and Baba Kimani received KSh 1.4 million while others pocketed over KSh 10 million.When the recruits demanded answers, problems arose, leading to his imprisonment.Meanwhile, those who orchestrated the scheme remain free.Baba Kimani now pleads for help, claiming he was unfairly punished.The article also notes that this comes after reports of Kimani Mbugua's tragic death, adding to the family's turmoil.Netizens have reacted to Baba Kimani's plight, with some questioning the justice of his situation.The story highlights issues of corruption, accountability, and the impact of such scandals on families.
Original title: TikToker Explains Reason Why Kimani Mbugua's Dad is Still in Prison
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