A section of Nairobi Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) has renewed efforts to impeach Johnson Sakaja, claiming they have gathered sufficient support to table a formal motion seeking his removal from office. The push is being spearheaded by South B MCA and Deputy Minority Leader Waithera Chege, working alongside Baba
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Wandayi Backs Ksh80B Ruto–Sakaja Deal, Ksh4B Set for Nairobi Lighting
Cabinet Secretary for Energy and Petroleum, Opiyo Wandayi, has staunchly supported the Ksh80 billion agreement established between Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja and President William Ruto. During a press briefing on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, Wandayi disclosed that the government has earmarked Ksh4 billion specifically for enhancing street lighting and electrifying
James Gakuya Says Sakaja Safe from Nairobi MCA Impeachment
Embakasi North Member of Parliament James Gakuya has confidently dismissed any likelihood of the Nairobi County Assembly impeaching Governor Johnson Sakaja. He emphasized that President William Ruto has initiated a partnership between the national government and Nairobi County, a strategic move designed to protect Governor Sakaja from potential impeachment.In a
Sakaja Pushes Emergency Bill to Protect Nairobi
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has secured Cabinet approval for a new Disaster Management Policy and Emergency Response Bill aimed at strengthening the city’s ability to handle fires, floods, building collapses and other emergencies. The decision, made during a Cabinet meeting on Thursday, February 5, marks a shift from reacting to disasters
Sakaja Steps In to Keep Vulnerable Students in School
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has stepped in to ensure vulnerable learners from informal settlements do not miss secondary education due to lack of school fees, highlighting what he describes as a silent crisis facing thousands of families in the city. This week, the governor personally escorted two orphaned boys, Nicholas Otieno
Sakaja Defends Transfer of Hospital Accounts to Sidian Bank
Nairobi Governor Sakaja Johnson has defended the county's move to transfer hospital deposit accounts to Sidian Bank.Sakaja informed the Senate Committee on Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations that the shift was motivated by administrative and financial factors.The previous bank had caused delays in processing salaries, making it challenging for the county
Alai Slams Nairobi Billboard Chaos, Accuses Sakaja’s Team of Abuse of Power
Kileleshwa Member of County Assembly Robert Alai has spoken out firmly against what he terms a misuse of authority and area in Nairobi, criticizing the rapid proliferation of enormous billboards near housing zones.In a message shared on X on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, Alai depicted a sense of annoyance that
Sakaja Under Pressure as Heavyweights Eye Nairobi’s Top Seat
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja is facing mounting political heat as several prominent figures prepare to challenge him for the county’s top seat in the 2027 general election.From poor waste management to strained relations with county lawmakers, Sakaja’s leadership has increasingly come under fire, creating an opening for rivals keen to
Mbui Backs Babu to Unseat Sakaja Come 2027
Kathiani MP Robert Mbui has thrown his weight behind Embakasi East MP Babu Owino’s bid for the Nairobi gubernatorial seat, setting the stage for what could be a heated contest to unseat Governor Johnson Sakaja in 2027.Speaking on Monday, September 29, Mbui praised his Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) colleague, describing
Nairobi County Government Enhances Legal Team to Cut Costs and Boost Efficiency
In a strategic move to bolster its legal services, the Nairobi County Government has welcomed 60 new in-house lawyers, with a clear objective to minimize reliance on outside counsel and tackle soaring legal expenses. This initiative aligns with Governor Johnson Sakaja's vision to improve service delivery across the county. At the