By Harun Mugambi
In a shocking turn of events, the Meru County Assembly is set to table a motion today to impeach Governor Kawira Mwangaza, sending shockwaves throughout the county.
The motion to be tabled by Deputy Leader of the Majority Party, Zipporah Kinya, is accusing Governor Kawira of abuse of office and misappropriation and misuse of County resources.
The motion, claims that Governor Mwangaza has repeatedly violated the Constitution and various national and county laws.
The Assembly is accusing her of making illegal appointments and dismissals of key officials without proper vetting or due process, contravening the County Governments Act.
“Irregularly and illegally appointing Irah Nkuubi Kanana as the County Attorney without vetting and approval by the County Assembly contrary to section five of the Office of the County Attorney Act and section four of the Public Appointments (County Assemblies Approval) Act,” read part of the notice of the motion.
The allegations also include claims of financial irregularities, such as overpayment of emergency call allowances to medical officers and maintaining a bloated workforce, which has strained the county’s finances.
The motion argues that these actions have led to a misuse of public funds, exacerbating the county’s financial challenges.
Furthermore, the Governor is accused of failing to implement the Assembly’s recommendations, including the appointment of a County Attorney and dismissal of officials for gross misconduct. The motion argues that this blatant disregard for the Assembly’s oversight role and principles of accountability has further eroded public trust.
The most sensational claim involves allegations that Governor Mwangaza misled the public about funds raised through a campaign following a tragic incident, sparking widespread outrage and damaging her credibility.
“Deliberately and knowingly misleading the public by giving false information that Sh86,000,000.00 had been raised through the Paybill number 247247 Account Number 0400163917899 established after the murder of Daniel Muthiani alias Sniper while the correct position is that only Sh286,516.00 was raised thus violating the moral and ethical requirements expected of State Officers,” Kinya stated in her allegations.
As the Assembly weighs the evidence and deliberates on the motion, public reactions have been mixed. Some citizens have expressed relief that their grievances are being addressed, while supporters of Governor Mwangaza have dismissed the motion as a political attack aimed at destabilizing her administration.
The outcome remains uncertain, with a decision by the MCAs expected in the coming days that will determine whether the motion will proceed to the Senate for further consideration.
The impeachment motion against Governor Mwangaza marks a pivotal moment for Meru County, as the Assembly grapples with upholding principles of good governance, integrity, and accountability that are fundamental to public service.
