Nyoro called for a Ksh100 billion reduction in overseas expenditure, arguing that the government should drastically cut travel budgets across all arms of government to save public resources and redirect funds toward more pressing national priorities.
Speaking during discussions on the rising cost of living and fuel prices, the legislator maintained that excessive public spending on foreign trips and non-essential activities continues to strain taxpayers at a time when many households are facing economic hardship.
“Cut travel budget across all government arms,” Nyoro said while defending his proposals.
According to the MP, reducing unnecessary expenditure would help lower the fiscal burden on the government and create room for interventions aimed at stabilising the economy.
His remarks come amid growing concern over the increasing cost of fuel, electricity, transport, and food, which continue to affect households and businesses across the country.
However, Nyoro’s proposals quickly came under criticism from fellow lawmakers, with Alego Usonga MP Samuel Atandi questioning why the legislator had not directly addressed the issue of electricity costs.
“Why aren’t you proposing reduction of electricity prices?” Atandi asked during the exchange.
The question sparked further debate among lawmakers over what measures would have the most immediate impact on reducing the cost of living for ordinary Kenyans.
Critics argued that while cutting travel expenditure could improve fiscal discipline, it may not automatically result in lower prices for fuel or electricity, which remain among the biggest concerns for consumers and businesses.
Supporters of Nyoro, however, defended his proposals, saying the country must first tackle wasteful spending and reduce unnecessary government expenses before introducing broader economic reforms.
Nyoro has increasingly emerged as one of the most vocal lawmakers on matters concerning public debt, taxation, government expenditure, and economic accountability.