Samson Cherargei
Samson Cherargei is a Kenyan politician and member of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA). As the Nandi Senator, he has been an outspoken advocate for constitutional amendments to establish the Office of the Prime Minister, suggesting that Raila Odinga should be appointed due to his extensive experience and leadership skills.
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Samson Cherargei was one of the lawmakers who worked closely with the late MP.
MPs unite in grief at late MP Johana Ng'eno's home
Kenya· 2026-03-02
Samson Cherargei is the Nandi Senator who was among the first leaders to arrive at the crash site.
'Ngong': The fearless, controversial MPKenya· 2026-03-01
Samson Cherargei is a Nandi Senator who was among the first to arrive at the crash site.
MP Ngeno dies in a helicopter crashKenya· 2026-03-01
Samson Cherargei is a Nandi Senator who was among the first leaders to arrive at the crash site.
'Ngong': Fearless, controversial MP dies in chopper crashKenya· 2026-03-01
Samson Cherargei is accused of extorting governors during their appearance before the oversight committee.
Governors refuse Senate summons over alleged extortion, intimidationKenya· 2026-02-27
Samson Cherargei is a Nandi Senator who called for action against the police officers involved in the assault.
Ipoa to investigate police assault on men playing pool in Nandi HillsKenya· 2026-01-16
Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei urged Kanja to interdict and suspend the officers to allow independent investigations.
Kanja orders internal probe after CCTV shows police assaulting pool playersKenya· 2026-01-16
Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei said the move marked the beginning of a broader purge against UDA and ODM lawmakers.
Boni Khalwale kicked out as Senate Majority WhipKenya· 2025-12-02
Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei, who has been vocal about the frustrations of growers, said farmers in various counties were earning a bonus as low as Sh10.50 per kilogram.
Kindiki assures tea farmers of lasting solution on bonusesKenya· 2025-11-17
Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei who moved the motion in the floor of the house said that they are concerned that internship opportunities are limited in number.
Why senators want government to raise intern stipends to Sh50,000Kenya· 2025-11-11Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei congratulated Samia Suluhu Hassan but urged inclusivity in her government.
Mixed reactions as Samia Suluhu wins electionKenya· 2025-11-02
Samson Cherargei urged Kenyans not to interfere in the affairs of neighboring countries during election periods.
Havi: Why we demand the release of Kenyan activistsKenya· 2025-10-28
Senator Samson Cherargei called for clear criteria to guide recognition, warning against random awards like the 'Githeri Man' case.
Senators back proposal to honour local heroesKenya· 2025-10-15
Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei emphasized the importance of the Busia border and the need for improvements.
Senators call for Busia-Malaba border infrastructure reviewKenya· 2025-10-10
Samson Cherargei is a Nandi Senator who criticized the claims of quality differences in tea.
Senators raise concern over disparities in tea bonus paymentsKenya· 2025-10-08
Samson Cherargei was one of the members who joined the committee session chaired by Moses Kajwang.
Parliament stalls as Ruto accuses MPs of corruptionKenya· 2025-08-19
Samson Cherargei stated that the president is a person who must appear before the House to defend themselves in case of impeachment.
Senators want Ruto summoned over bribery claimsKenya· 2025-08-19
Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei defended county empowerment tours as personal donations aligned with the harambee spirit.
Wanjigi: Ruto's unbudgeted payouts raise transparency concernsKenya· 2025-08-18
Cherargei justified the cash donations as a response to the ban on political fundraising in churches.
Empowerment or political goodwill? Kenya Kwanza's cash handouts under scrutinyKenya· 2025-08-05
Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei criticized the Isiolo County Assembly for lacking necessary evidence.
Isiolo governor Guyo survives Senate impeachment vote on technicalityKenya· 2025-07-09
Samson Cherargei has faced public criticism and embarrassment over his comments and actions in the Senate.
Unflappable and focused, Farouk Kibet is the new enigma in townKenya· 2025-06-23
Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei called for the immediate arrest and prosecution of police officer who killed those six people.
Growing calls to hold police, their seniors to account for breaking lawsKenya· 2025-05-06
Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has called on former Prime Minister Raila Odinga to rein on senior members of his ODM Party who have shown open disrespect to President William Ruto.
Cherargei asks Raila to rein on his allies attacking RutoKenya· 2025-04-24
Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has hit out at governors for openly criticising President William Ruto amid the ongoing devolution row.
'Mirror yourself first', Cherargei tells governors on devolution rowKenya· 2025-04-24
Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has defended President William Ruto’s sizable church donations.
'Ruto is a man of means': Cherargei defends large church donationsKenya· 2025-04-23
Natembeya took aim at Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei and Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago, accusing them of being dishonest leaders.
Natembeya vows not to succumb to intimidation, impeachment threatsKenya· 2025-04-17
Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei accused the Governor of creating chaos within the County Assembly.
Senate wants Governor Nyaribo to explain split in County AssemblyKenya· 2025-04-06
Samson Cherargei argued that the partnership between Ruto and Raila is genuine and advantageous for Raila.
How ODM Senators have reaped fruits of Ruto-Raila handshakeKenya· 2025-03-24
Samson Cherargei suggests the full implementation of the National Dialogue Committee report to create the office of the prime minister.
Youth, awake and challenge our two timing political old guardKenya· 2025-03-04
Senator Samson Cherargei has been advocating for Raila's leadership and experience to be utilized in a potential Prime Minister role.
Rights group urges Raila to shun Ruto, strengthen democracyKenya· 2025-03-04
