President Uhuru Kenyatta's proposal to parliament over Finance Bill has created a rift between him and loyal MPs.
On Friday, Uhuru rejected Finance Bill and made a raft of proposals which will be reviewed by parliament on Tuesday.
But even before that, a host of MPs loyal to Jubilee party have vowed to shoot down the president's proposals including 8% VAT up from 16%.
Among the austerity measures undertaken by the president is reduction of NG-CDF and NGAAF, a move that has invited resistance.
“We are not going to allow the government to reduce the funds meant for development at the grass roots. In fact, the government should be increasing NG-CDF and Affirmative funds, not reducing them,” National Assembly Health Committee Chairperson Sabina Chege said in Nandi County on Sunday.
She added:"Our people are heavily taxed and as MPs, we are not going to remain silent as they continue to suffer. We have to give this nation a new direction as far as taxation is concerned."
Kimilili MP Didmas Barasa warned that if the proposals pass in parliament, then MPs would take responsibility.
“If the President’s proposal on 8 per cent VAT on fuel passes the Assembly, Kenyans should blame their MPs. We cannot leave our people to suffer,” said Mr Barasa.
Maara MP Kareke Mbiuki added:“If the recommendations include a reduction in the Affirmative fund, NG-CDF and Last Mile connectivity funds, we will not support them."
On Tuesday morning, Uhuru is expected to meet Jubilee MPs in a PG to persuade them to back his plans.
Even after Raila Odinga backing Uhuru's proposals, opposition MPs have vowed to shoot them down in the floor of the house.