This archive report was first published on 31 July 2019.
July 31, 2019 - In a move that has sparked debate, Kiambu Deputy Governor James Nyoro has taken over as the county CEO following a court order that barred Governor Ferdinand Waititu from accessing office due to graft charges.
Mr. Nyoro, who has been vocal in his criticism of Waititu, stated that he would remain in office until the court makes a ruling in the case against Waititu.
"We are in office for as long as the governor is away. If there is going to be an appeal or a ruling on his case… We will be ready to vacate the seat and leave it to the governor if the court so dictates," said Dr. Nyoro.
He emphasized that his assumption of office was not a coup d'état, but rather a necessary measure to ensure the continuity of county operations.
"We are here to ensure that the county operations continue. So this is not a coup d'état, as people may want to believe. Therefore, we are asking for those who may have felt aggrieved or probably their loyalty was elsewhere, to come and join us so that we all work together for the benefit of this county," said Nyoro.
The deputy governor also outlined his priorities, including plugging loopholes to prevent further loss of revenue.
"We would want to stop the loss of revenue particularly a time like now during the transition. We have all agreed with the CECs and COs that nobody will do anything that will jeopardise the efficiency or accountability of their positions," said Nyoro.
Meanwhile, Kiambu County MCAs have announced plans to work on a motion to impeach Governor Waititu.
