Mike Sonko's Facebook account with 2.5M followers suspended over LGBTQ sentiments

Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko's Facebook account has been suspended.

Taking to Twitter on Tuesday, Sonko revealed that his account which has a 2.5 million fan base was disabled over statements against the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) community.

"They have complained to FB until my page of 2,500,000 followers was disabled till I apologise to them then appeal to FB," the politician added.

He affirmed that he would not offer an apology to the LGBTQ community over his statements, and would instead shift his focus to Twitter.

Sonko's Twitter account has 2.3 million followers.

"I can't and will not apologise to them. Here on Twitter, you are  2,300,000 followers & still growing like Bush fire. Alluta continua," he added.

Hours later, however, Sonko filed an application to the CEO of Facebook Mark Zuckerberg in an appeal to have his account restored.

The former governor has to wait for 48 hours to receive a response regarding his account.

"In the meantime, let us communicate here on Twitter. Enjoy the rest of your day," Sonko concluded.