Havi shuts down senator Orwoba over patriarchy claims in Kawira’s impeachment saga
In a fiery exchange that has ignited debate on social media, former Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Nelson Havi sharply rebuked nominated senator Gloria Orwoba over her assertion that patriarchy played a significant role in the impeachment of Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza. The heated back-and-forth began when senator Orwoba, a vocal advocate for women’s […]
High-stakes drama: Senators opt for plenary trial in governor Mwangaza’s impeachment case
The Senate, in a decision that underscored the high stakes and political tensions surrounding the impeachment of Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza, chose a plenary hearing over a committee process on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, to determine her fate. The debate, which played out in the Senate chamber, highlighted the divisions among senators on the best […]
Details of impeachment charges brought against Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza
Senate Speaker Amason Kingi has revealed the charges tabled against embattled Meru County Governor Kawira Mwangaza. The Senate is currently debating the charges brought by the Meru County Assembly, and among them are gross misconduct, gross violation of the constitution, and other laws. In regard to the gross violation of the constitution charges, the MCA […]
Kawira’s fate sealed by politics, not justice – Narok senator Olekina warns ahead of Senate trial
The fate of Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza, who was impeached last week, will ultimately hinge on political considerations rather than legal evidence, according to Narok Senator Ladama Olekina. Speaking candidly on Monday morning August 12, 2024, about the impeachment process, Olekina emphasized the inherently political nature of such proceedings. “In reality, impeachment is not really […]
Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza faces 3rd impeachment
Meru County Governor Kawira Mwangaza could face impeachment for a record third time if Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) succeed in their latest attempt to remove her from office. On Wednesday, July 17, 2024, nominated MCA Zipporah Kinya tabled a notice of motion at the Meru County Assembly, citing 11 charges against Governor Mwangaza, […]
‘Tabia ya makelele ni mambo ya Azimio’ – Ruto responds to heckling in Meru
President William Ruto on Friday, January 26, 2024, was forced to reign on youth in Meru after a part of them heckled him during his speech. A visibly upset Ruto warned the residents that it was not yet time for elections that they should heckle elected leaders. Ruto was also responding to heckling by residents […]
Mwangaza speaks after husband was grilled by DCI over blogger’s murder
Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza broke her silence after her husband Murega Baichu was grilled by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) over blogger Daniel Muthiani alias Sniper. Mwangaza’s sister Miriam Guantai also recorded her statements on Monday, January 15, 2024, concerning the brutal murder. “Calm in the midst of the storm. Lies can travel halfway […]