Governor Abdi Guyo Stories

NCIC: Crisis is Isiolo County risks spilling over to neighbouring counties if unchecked
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Aug 29, 2025

Kobia likened the unrest to “a crack in the foundation of a house,” warning that it could undermine governance, community trust, and peace across the...

Isiolo County Assembly Speaker Mohamed Roba arrested on arson, assault, property damage allegations
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Aug 27, 2025

According to reports, Roba was arrested by officers believed to be from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations along Thika Road, held overnight at...

Isiolo town on brink of chaos as armed groups roam freely - MP Mumina Bonaya
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 13, 2025

Mumina told the National Assembly that the growing insecurity, fueled by political tensions, made everyday life increasingly dangerous, particularly i...

Somali Council of Elders secretary general shot multiple times in Isiolo
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 08, 2025

The attack is reported to have happened at around 8:00 pm, shortly after Mzee Idle Hassan left evening prayers, leaving the community deeply unsettled...

Section of Isiolo MCAs dismisses fraud claims in 2025/26 budget approval
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 30, 2025

The MCAs warned that the claims were politically instigated and meant to derail development and destabilise governance in Isiolo

Isiolo leaders ask Ruto to discipline officials fueling political unrest in the county
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 22, 2025

The leaders demanded that Ruto crack down on the individuals responsible for the growing tensions, warning that continued silence from the top leaders...

Governor Guyo warns leaders against politicising Isiolo tragedies, calls for unity and peace
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 17, 2025

The Governor acknowledged the county had seen a spike in isolated killings in recent weeks, which he said had created fear and uncertainty among resid...

Isiolo MCAs return to tense assembly as failed governor’s impeachment triggers leadership changes
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 16, 2025

The failed impeachment attempt has triggered a wave of political realignments and disciplinary actions within the Isiolo assembly.

Court stops removal of Isiolo Speaker Abdullahi Banticha as county leadership wrangles worsen
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 15, 2025

Justice Hellen Wasilwa issued conservatory orders barring any attempt to degazette or remove Banticha from office, pending the determination of a peti...

Isiolo County Commissioner warns against politicising security amidst tensions
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 11, 2025

The commissioner said criminals were taking advantage of the ongoing political standoff to commit offences, and warned that politicians were also expl...

"My focus now is unity and development", Governor Guyo says after surviving impeachment
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 09, 2025

Shortly after the Senate voted to terminate the proceedings against him, Guyo said the outcome was a strong reminder that truth and justice would alwa...

Isiolo is bleeding: Senator Fatuma Dullo warns after Governor Abdi Guyo’s impeachment dismissal
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 08, 2025

Senator Fatuma Dullo condemned the Senate’s decision to terminate the impeachment process at the preliminary stage, arguing that it robbed the public...

Kingi warns Isiolo governor to rebuild trust, not celebrate, after Senate impeachment reprieve
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 08, 2025

Kingi urged the governor to treat the development as a second chance, advising him to resist the temptation to chest-thump and instead prioritise reco...

Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo survives impeachment as Senate dismisses case
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 08, 2025

31 elected senators representing county delegations supported the motion to uphold the objection, effectively ending the impeachment proceedings. Twel...

Guyo's lawyers urge Senate to dismiss case citing High Court nullification, doctored documents
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 08, 2025

The former LSK boss told senators that the Hansard refers to an Assembly sitting on June 26, 2025, at 2:30 pm, yet the official notice issued by the S...

Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo pleads not guilty to all three impeachment charges in Senate trial
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 08, 2025

The governor is accussed of employing a bloated workforce and ignored the guidelines for creating offices within the County Public Service.

Watch: Senate begins impeachment trial against Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 08, 2025

Sixteen out of 18 MCAs voted to impeach Governor Guyo, accusing him of abuse of office, gross misconduct, and violations of the Constitution and other...

Kenya moves Sh500 billion nuclear power plant to Siaya after Kilifi resistance, eyes 2034 commissioning
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 03, 2025

The proposed new site is Lwanda Kotieno in Rarieda Constituency, where government officials and political leaders say the local community has shown su...

High Court overturns suspension of Isiolo County clerk, citing procedural irregularities
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Jul 01, 2025

The court found that the board, which has the legal mandate to discipline the clerk, has not sat to initiate a disciplinary process against him.

Senate to hear Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo's impeachment in plenary on July 8 and 9
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 30, 2025

Senate Speaker Amason Kingi issued the directive on Monday, saying the impeachment process would proceed before the full House as provided for under A...

Isiolo MCAs dismiss gazette notice naming new speaker
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jun 28, 2025

They claimed that no formal sitting of the Assembly took place to elect a new Speaker and insisted that Mohamed Roba remains the duly elected Speaker...

Senate to hear Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo's impeachment despite court declaring process illegal
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Jun 28, 2025

Senate Speaker Amason Kingi, in a gazette notice dated June 27, 2025, confirmed the sitting will begin at 10:00 am in the Senate Chamber, after receiv...

Court rules Governor Abdi Guyo impeachment is null and void
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Jun 27, 2025

Previously, the same court had issued temporary conservatory orders restraining the County Assembly and its Speaker from proceeding with the planned i...

Isiolo County Assembly impeaches Governor Abdi Guyo over abuse of office and misconduct
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 26, 2025

In a Thursday statement, the Isiolo County Assembly said 16 of the 18 MCAs present voted to impeach Governor Abdio,

Isiolo elders slam MCAs for fleeing wards amid Governor Abdi Guyo impeachment storm
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 23, 2025

The elders cast doubt on the MCAs’ claim that they fled Isiolo due to threats to their safety. They argued that the ward representatives’ sudden disap...

Isiolo elders call for dialogue amid Governor Abdi Guyo's impeachment row
Issa Hussein  |  Jun 22, 2025

The elders emphasised that while impeachment is legal, it's " tedious" and risks derailing development and disrupting service delivery.

Chaos at Isiolo Assembly a day after public participation on Governor Guyo's impeachment was cancelled
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Jun 18, 2025

The standoff comes a day after the Isiolo County Assembly cancelled a planned public participation forum on the proposed impeachment of Governor Abdi...

Relief for Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo as court halts impeachment proceedings
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 16, 2025

The governor is accused of overseeing numerous stalled development projects, failing to meet county revenue targets, and hiring 36 advisors, far above...

Public participation on Isiolo Governor Abdi’s impeachment set for June 18
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Jun 14, 2025

The motion, tabled on June 10 by Sericho MCA Abubakar Godana, cites abuse of office, gross misconduct, and financial mismanagement.

Government to proceed with construction of Uyombo Nuclear Plant amid environmental concerns
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 12, 2025

Government Spokesperson Dr Isaac Mwaura assured residents that stringent international safety protocols are being followed to safeguard both public he...

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