Senator Boni Khalwale of Kakamega has been dismissed from his role as the Senate Majority Whip, following a decision by the Kenya Kwanza governing coalition.
Senator David Wafula Wakoli of Bungoma has been selected as his successor, effective immediately.
This announcement was officially conveyed to the Senate on Tuesday by Speaker Amason Kingi, who affirmed that the change complied with all established procedural and legal standards under Standing Order 22.
According to the Speaker’s statement, the alteration stemmed from a meeting of the Majority Party held on December 2, 2025. The minutes and attendance records from this meeting were forwarded to his office by Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot.
These documents indicated that the senators had resolved to remove Khalwale in accordance with Standing Order 22(5) and had chosen Wakoli to take over the post.
“I am satisfied that the change was made in accordance with Standing Order 22(5) and (7) of the Senate, and meets the required criteria. The individual holding the office, therefore, is Senator David Wafula Wakoli, MP,” Speaker Kingi stated.
Khalwale’s departure signifies a notable adjustment in the Senate’s leadership arrangement within the Kenya Kwanza coalition.
Wakoli, who now assumes the influential position of whip, will be tasked with coordinating government legislative activities in the Senate and ensuring adherence among senators from the governing party.
In response to this development, the Kakamega Senator commented, “A day in politics…”
Earlier, Senator Samson Cherargei from Nandi County had publicly advocated for Khalwale’s removal, citing his involvement in the recent Malava constituency by-elections.
Cherargei criticized Khalwale for supporting a candidate not aligned with the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party.
During the Malava by-election, Khalwale campaigned alongside opposition figures, including Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya and DAP-Kenya leader Eugene Wamalwa, in support of Seth Panyako.
Panyako was unsuccessful in the contest, with David Ndakwa of the UDA securing the seat in a closely fought competition.
