In the court papers, Kihara says Kuria’s comments have damaged her reputation and caused harm to her public image.
The MP is asking the court to order Kuria to issue a public apology for the statements he made. She argues that the remarks were false and were intended to tarnish her name.
Kihara also wants the court to grant an injunction that would stop Kuria from making any further statements about her.
In the legal filing, Kihara says the statements made by Kuria were not only untrue but also malicious.
She claims that the remarks have affected her ability to perform her duties as a public representative and have caused distress to her family and supporters.
The MP insists that every citizen has the right to protect their reputation and that public figures should be held accountable for spreading harmful information.
Kihara’s lawyers argue that Kuria’s comments went beyond normal political criticism and entered the territory of defamation.
They say the law allows individuals to seek protection when their reputation is unfairly attacked, especially through public platforms such as social media or public rallies.
The MP is also seeking damages for the harm caused, although the exact amount has not been disclosed.
She told the court that she hopes the case will serve as a warning to other leaders who may use public platforms to spread false information about others.
The case has attracted attention from the public and political analysts, who say it highlights the growing problem of leaders making unverified statements in the heat of political debates.
Some observers believe the lawsuit may encourage politicians to be more careful with their words, while others think it could be used to silence legitimate criticism.