Former nominated Senator Millicent Omanga has praised Nakuru County Governor Susan Kihika after she returned from a maternity leave in the US.
Kihika hosted a number of her friends, who included various leaders, as she returned with her twin babies.
Sharing a photo where she has posed with Kihika, Omanga praised the governor, saying she is a superstar.
“Welcome home, Mama twins! Governor by day, Supermom by night — Susan, you’re officially unstoppable, our superstar governor! Double the trouble and double the cuteness. You’ve opened the way, and the rest of us are following the queue — twins, here we come!” Omanga posted on X on Saturday, April 26, 2025.
Kihika’s message
The Nakuru governor shared how she felt after she was welcomed home by her friends.
“Truly blessed and overwhelmed with gratitude. Was deeply humbled and honoured to receive a warm visit from my dear friends who came to welcome me home and celebrate the arrival of my twin babies.
“Your love, prayers, and presence mean the world to me and my family. Thank you for standing with me in this special season of double blessings. Truly, there is nothing like the bond of friendship and support in leadership. God bless you all! Love you all!” Kihika stated.
Guests
The guests at the party included nominated Senator Veronica Maina, Molo Member of Parliament Kuria Kimani, Nakuru Town East MP Gavid Gikaria, his Nakuru Town West counterpart Samuel Arama, Gatundu North MP Elijah Njoroge Kururia, Kiambaa MP John Njuguna Wanjiku, and Dagoretti’s Beatrice Elachi.
Criticism
Kihika’s absence from the country raised eyebrows, with some questioning why she went to the US for the maternity services.
The criticism intensified to the point that women senators defended her.
“As women leaders of Kenya, we stand here together in solidarity with Governor Susan Kihika- a dedicated public servant and a mother who has recently welcomed twins into the world. We congratulate her on the birth of her children,” Mutinda said.
“We wish to remind the public that childbirth is a natural, unique and deeply personal process. As women leaders, we recognize the unique challenges that come with balancing public service and family responsibilities,” the leaders said in their defence.