Desperation and vivid hallucinations apparent in the Jubilee corner

Desperation does strange things to individuals. Acute desperation has the propensity to induce hallucinations that, to the afflicted, accord them some false comfort. Post the September 1 Supreme Court ruling that nullified Kenya’s presidential election results, tempers are frayed in the Jubilee Party camp.

From throwing tantrums to issuing threats, there is a palpable resignation in the camp; so much that the confidence earlier exuded about attaining a 70+1 vote win has toned down to the mournful “Even if you elect him, we shall impeach him within 90 days”.