WANTAM Chants Erupt on Plane to Mombasa as Ndegwa Njiru Meets Isaac Mwaura

A Mombasa-bound flight has become the centre of political debate after passengers erupted into chants of “WANTAM” when lawyer Ndegwa Njiru and former Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura crossed paths aboard the aircraft.

The incident, which was captured on video and widely shared on social media, has sparked mixed reactions among Kenyans, with many debating whether the chants represented freedom of expression or an unnecessary disturbance to fellow passengers.

According to eyewitnesses, the chants started after passengers spotted the two prominent public figures on board the fully occupied plane. Some travellers joined in, while others laughed and recorded the unusual encounter using their mobile phones.

The video has since attracted widespread attention, with supporters of the slogan arguing that it reflects growing public dissatisfaction with the current administration ahead of the 2027 General Election.

They maintain that the popularity of WANTAM demonstrates how political expression has moved beyond traditional rallies and is increasingly visible in everyday spaces, including churches, matatus and now aeroplanes.

However, critics have questioned the appropriateness of turning a commercial flight into a political arena. They argue that passengers pay for peaceful travel and should not be subjected to political demonstrations during their journeys.

Others have praised the apparent calm surrounding the incident, noting that public figures must expect different reactions from citizens, particularly during politically charged periods.

Political analysts have described WANTAM as one of the prominent slogans associated with opposition politics ahead of the 2027 elections, reflecting the growing political conversations across the country.

Neither Ndegwa Njiru nor Isaac Mwaura had issued a detailed public statement regarding the incident at the time of reporting.

Despite the commotion, the flight continued normally, and all passengers arrived safely in Mombasa.

The incident has renewed discussions about the limits of political expression in shared public spaces, particularly where the comfort and safety of other people must also be considered.

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