Just in: What Senators Have Decided On Kawira Mwangaza's Matter After Holding a Key Meeting Today
Embattled Meru county Governor Kawira Mwangaza who was impeached recently by members of the Meru county assembly over various allegations has been on the limelight for the last couple of weeks. The governor who was elected into office on an independent ticket was sent packing by MCAs who accused her of gross misconduct and abuse of office in what was a culmination of several months of battles between the two camps.
Only 2 Senators Vote Against Formation of 11- Member Committee to Investigate Impeached Gov. Kawira
Impeached Meru Governor, Kawira Mwangaza's fate currently hangs in the balance as Senators are set to decide on her fate. Kawira Mwangaza has been in trouble with her County MCAs who have accused her of incompetence and are now urging Senators to also impeach her. Senators were today deciding on whether to prosecute the Impeached Governor through a Special Committee or a plenary.
VIDEO: Governor Kawira's Impeachment Looms as She Fails to Provide the Following Essential Details
Governor Kawira Mwangaza on Wednesday declined to be questioned by the legal team representing members of the Meru County Assembly. Appearing before the Senate special committee investigating the proposed removal from office of the embattled governor, MCAs' lead counsel Muthomi Thiankolu said that while it was within her rights not to be cross-examined, he criticised the move saying Ms Mwangaza's team has had ample time to challenge all their witnesses yet they would not get the chance to do the same.
Migori County Senatorial Opinion Poll Results Reveals Who Might Win in August 9th Elections.
The race to succeed current Migori County Senator Hon Ochillo Ayacko has attracted six youthful aspirants who will battle it out in the general election that is coming in about 50 days. The incumbent Senator Hon Ayacko has shifted his political focus and will be vying for the Migori governorship post.
Meet The Vocal ODM Politician Who Could Become The Youngest Senator In Kenya
Eddy Oketch, who is the ODM party Senate candidate for Migori County ( Photo Courtesy) In 2018, he missed it by a whisker when he was trounced by ODM's Dr Ochillo George Ayacko in the race for Migori Senator position in a bitterly contested by-election. During the 2017 general election, he had finished second to ODM's Ben Oluoch Okello, who would die almost nine months later, triggering a by-election.
“Baba is Very Unlucky” FPK Party Senator Alleges
Eddy Oketch had been driving high-profile crusades, including utilizing helicopters, regardless of competing as an autonomous applicant in 2017 and on a FPK ticket in the by-political decision in the wake of being locked out from ODM. He has in the past said ODM has no space for young people, which would make the past ninth August 2022 general political decision a litmus paper for their space in the races.
Meet One Of The Youngest Elected Senators In Kenya Who Won The Seat After Two Unsuccessful Attempts
Migori County Senator-elect Eddy Oketch ( Photo Courtesy) At just 31 years, Migori County senator-elect Eddy Oketch is ready to take Kenyan politics by storm. After a convincing victory during the August 9 general election, the ODM party politician is one of the most promising young prospects in the country.
Another Top Leader From Raila's Turf Fail To Pay Agents, Reports Alleges What He Instead Gifted Them
The issues of party agents payments have been a major concern in the post election and it is very clear that many agents have not been paid. According to the reports by Citizen TV Reporter Mr. Seth Olale, the Migori County Senator Hon Eddy Oketch failed to pay agents the agreed amount of money but instead gifted them with cows in groups to act as the compensation.
VIDEO: Governor Kawira's Impeachment Looms as She Fails to Provide the Following Essential Details.
In response to questions from the legal team defending the Meru County Assembly members, Governor Kawira Mwangaza on Wednesday declined to answer any. Ms. Mwangaza's team had plenty of time to cross-examine all of their witnesses, but they would not have the opportunity to do the same, according to Ms. Mwangaza's lead counsel Muthomi Thiankolu, who appeared before the Senate special committee looking into the proposed removal from office of the embattled governor.
Sen Gloria Worries Over The Number Of Women In Senate Committee To Decide Impeachment Of Mwangaza
Today, the senate has convened a special sitting to discuss the impeachment of Meru county governor honourable Kawira Mwangaza. They have settled on appointment of a committee that will investigate the matters raised and give the findings in thirty days. However, Senator Hon Gloria Orwoba has raised eyebrows over the number of women present in the Senate committee to decide the impeachment of Governor Kawira Mwangaza.
Migori Senate Seat Attracts Two Migori Senate Seat Attracts Two Potential Youthful Aspirants
The youths below 40 years are looking forward to replacing Ayacko despite not having any political background. The race to succeed Migori Senator Ochillo Ayacko has attracted two youthful aspirants who will battle it out in the general election, as Ayacko will vie for the governorship. Eddy Oketch who has vied for the seat twice in the 2017 general election was floored by the late journalist Ben Okello and in the ensuing by-election floored by the incumbent.He, however, has an upper hand.
What Boni Khalwale Said At 2:00am After Hearing Of Governor Kawira Mwangaza's Impeachment Motion
Senator Boni Khalwale of Kakamega County presided over the Senate committee that heard the impeachment proceedings against Meru County Governor Kawira Mwangaza. The other members were Joseph Kamau, Edwin Sifuna, Agnes Kavindu, and Johnes Mwaruma. Jackson Mandago (Uasin Gishu), Eddy Oketch (Migori), Ali Roba, Karungu Thangwa, Esther Okenyuri, Peris Tobiko, and Johnes Mwaruma were also present.
29-Old Youth Who Gave Raila And ODM A Run For Their Money In 2018 Now Languishing In The Cold
Youthful Migori politician Eddy Oketch ( Photo Courtesy) The 2018 Migori senatorial by-election would prove to be the most bitterly contested polls in Nyanza's recent history. Having stamped his authority in the region's politics for the last two decades, ODM leader Raila Odinga, was for the first time facing one of the biggest headaches of his political career.
11-Member Special Committee Formed To Investigate Gov Mwangaza, Given 10 Days To Submit Their Report
|Photo courtesy of Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza| Governor Hon Kawira Mwangaza's fete as the first term Governor for Meru County now hung in the balance after the Senate today afternoon formed a special 11-member committee to probe her following the unanimous impeachment by the county MCA's. According to the available updates on the Senate proceeding, the special committee formed to probe Mwangaza has 10 days before submitting their final report back to the Senate.
The Fate Of Governor Mwangaza Lies In The Hands Of Mandago And Other 10 Senators
Today, the 20th of December 2022 the senate convened a special sitting for the purposes of the impeachment motion of Meru governor hon.Kawira Mwangaza that was brought to the house by Meru MCAs. The senate come to a conclusion and proposed the formation of a special 11-member committee to further investigate impeachment charges against governor Mwangaza rather than the plenary way.
List Of Newly Elected Senators So Far, Check Out Your Senate Representative For The Next 5 Years
The constitution requires all Kenyans to exercise their civic duty to elect their leaders after every five years. Some of leaders retain their seats while others lose to their opponents. All 47 counties took part in choosing their next senator for the next five years. As a norm in every election, some retained their seats while we have new senators elect.
Babu Owino Slams ODM MP As Raila Allies Gang Up Against Him
Cracks inside the ODM appear to be deepening as Embakasi MP Babu Owino emerges as the most recent victim to complain about being passed over for parliamentary management positions. Raila Odinga's followers reacted angrily to Babu's pink flag raising regarding the selection of Nominated MP John Mbadi as the chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee.
Is Governor Obado Next after Raila in LUOLAND?
Migori Governor Okoth Obado may luckily be the next Luo Kingpin after Raila Odinga.Governor Okoth Obado has always been tremendously praised by the locals of his hard-work and development in Migori county.Despite being in a region dominated by ODM party, Governor Obado managed to win with PDP party in his first gubernatorial race.
"You Should Thank Raila" Cracks In ODM Widens As Raila's Allies Turns Against Each Other
With Embakasi MP Babu Owino becoming the most recent victim to complain about being passed over for the parliamentary leadership roles, cracks in the ODM appear to be growing. Babu, who raised the red flag about the selection of Nominated MP John Mbadi as the chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee, was met with vehement criticism from Raila Odinga's supporters.