WHAT NEXT FOR THE PEOPLE OF MERU?

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Meru County, nestled on the eastern slopes of Mount Kenya, has long been a region of vibrant political activity. Known for its diverse culture, rich agricultural lands, and strategic importance, Meru is now becoming equally known for its political drama. The past months have seen Meru being a hotbed of political intrigue, power play, and even an attempted ouster of its governor. But what is really happening in Meru, and why is it so significant? The Political Landscape of Meru Meru's politics have always been colorful, characterized by a mix of traditional leadership structures and modern political dynamics. Historically, the region has been governed by a blend of community elders, known as the Njuri Ncheke, and elected officials. This unique interplay has often created a delicate balance between respecting traditional governance and embracing the democratic process. However, in the past few years, this balance has been disrupted. The county has experienced rising political tension
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LIGHT AT THE END OF THE TUNNEL FOR MWANGAZA?

The Meru Members of County Assembly (MCAs) have filed a motion to impeach Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza.

This supremacy battle between Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza and the MCAs has reached boiling point as the impeachment motion has been drafted and signed by 68 of the 69 MCAs.

A Meru MCA, who also doubles as the Minority Chief  Whip, has presented a petition before the Meru County Assembly seeking to have Governor Kawira Mwangaza impeached.

The Abogeta West MCA, Dennis Kiogora, points to various grounds for impeaching the governor, saying that the governor has infringed the Leadership and Integrity act of Section 10 in the constitution.

Kawira’s decision to appoint her husband Baichu Murega as the patron of the Meru Youth Service and ‘Hustlers’ ambassador is one of the grounds cited for her removal.


Only Kiagu MCA, Simon Ngaruni, did not sign the motion saying that Kawira had done nothing wrong to warrant impeachment. He said when the governor wanted to address the MCAs last month, they walked out on her.

"They denied her a chance. We cannot survive without talking and building consensus. My colleagues are not speaking with the governor. I am not ready to go that route,” averred Ngaruni.

Abogeta West MCA, Kiogora, also accused the governor of reappointing Rufus Miriti, the County Secretary, without the MCAs' approval.

"The Governor has engaged in multiple discreditable acts that severally and collectively amount to gross violation of the Constitution, gross violation of various national and county laws, abuse of office, and gross misconduct," reads part of the petition.

Meru governor Kawira Mwangaza on Thursday moved to court in an attempt to stop the plan by the Meru Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) to topple her.

Kawira's case will be heard on November 28.







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