United Democratic Alliance (UDA) politician Millicent Omanga has addressed the criticism she received online for purchasing a high-priced car. Millicent Omanga laughs off claims linking Bentley purchase to gender bias.On Monday, November 11, Omanga flaunted her new purchase, a Bentley Bentayga.
Inside Millicent Omanga’s Bentley Bentayga According to Car and Driver, the Bentayga’s starting price is KSh 26 million, and depending on the trim and options, it can reach KSh 33 million. It has different engine options, including V8 and hybrid V6. The SUV, handcrafted in the UK, boasts rich-smelling leather and real wood trim, and buyers can customise just about everything.
The Bentayga has several driver-assistance features, including automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist and a night-vision system. How did Millicent Omanga respond to critics? After many reactions, including those linking the politician to purchasing the car through favours, she took to X to react. Omanga laughed off the stereotype that women can’t buy expensive cars through their own efforts, unlike men.
“It’s funny that when a man buys a car or any property, he’s hardworking. However, when a woman does the same, she has sold her body part,” she wrote. Netizens react to Omanga’s tweet @ForlanMwendwa: “Two cars in a year worth close to KSh 100 million with no known industry or business that can generate that. Madam even selling body parts can’t fetch that much..what is the secret.” @Macosta2547: “Kumbe you read comments.”
@wmnjoya: “Stop misusing women to promote capitalism.” @kwachiffu: “Why is it hard for you to explain where you got the money do that you can inspire other girls who are looking upto you? Waambie you do this and this ndio hii perception iishe.”
by Brian Ajon
