Things came to a stand still at the National Assembly on Thursday evening after Nyali MP Mohamed Ali carried a gun to the chambers.

Gem MP Elisha Odhiambo drew the speaker’s attention to the lawmaker’s priced possession. No weapons are allowed in the chambers.

“Mr Speaker, I have noticed that Hon Mohamed Ali is carrying something behind his back resembling a gun. If that is true, then we are not safe,” Odhiambo said.

Members cast aspersions on how the gun slipped through the tight security protocols. Members are expected to deposit their guns at a safety deposit box manned by the sergeant at arms.

MP Ali said he forgot to deposit his gun as he entered the chambers.

“My apologies, I forgot to leave my things outside. I am a human being.”

Adding,

“Mr Speaker. Allow me to surrender,” the MP said, urging the members not to personalize the incident.