Tanya Ababu is the newest leader in town after she was selected as a Member of Parliament for class six by her classmates.

The pupil emerged top in her class to the excitement of her mother.

Taking to her social media, Tanya's mum Prisca Mwaro wrote,

"Congratulations baby girl,#MemberOfParliament. Blessings Galore."

Below are congratulatory messages from Kenyans

Nita Nitty: Congratulations. Our rights, as women, are fully represented from the lowest level.

Joan Chahenza: Congratulations she is beautiful!!

Dianah Kamande Hsc: Priscah N. Mwaro I applaud you first as her dear parents, this reminds me an apple doesn't fall far from the tree. Pokea marks zako Mummie.

Violet Okova: Yes! That’s our baby girl go Tanya! Go Tanya go you are equal to the task.

Carolyne Midimo: I must say am totally impressed!!! GO GO GIRL!!!!

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