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Published on 2024-02-21 23:50:43
The Laikipia County Assembly was plunged into chaos on Tuesday as a clash between two opposing factions of Members of County Assembly (MCAs) resulted in physical fights and disruptions to the proceedings. The altercation began when Speaker Lantano Nabaala started reading a motion of notice of impeachment aimed at removing Minority Leader Sammy Lekopien Parletto from his position.
The announcement of the impeachment motion caught many MCAs by surprise, leading to protests and confrontations within the assembly. The scene escalated as MCAs engaged in shoving matches and hurled objects at each other, with Speaker Nabaala and his deputy Anthony Theuri even becoming embroiled in a physical altercation. Following the chaotic scenes, some MCAs stormed out of the assembly while others expressed their dismay at the lack of prior communication regarding the impeachment motion.
Minority Leader Parletto condemned the disruption, stating, “You want to silence the house. It will not be possible because this house is governed by the rule of law.” Meanwhile, Gitahi Macharia, another MCA, voiced his shock at the events, stating, “The way events have transpired here today has been a shock to us, that we have a County Assembly that does not follow law and order.”
The situation at the assembly reached a point where police intervention was required to restore order, prompting the closure of the assembly and the postponement of further proceedings.
In a separate development in Kisii, 51 out of 69 MCAs signed an impeachment motion aimed at removing Deputy Governor Robert Monda from office. The motion, filed on February 20, cited allegations of gross misconduct and abuse of office as the reasons for seeking Monda’s removal from his position.
The disruptive events at the Laikipia County Assembly and the move to impeach the Deputy Governor in Kisii highlight the heightened political tensions and power struggles taking place within various county governments. These incidents underscore the need for transparent and lawful processes in governance and decision-making within local assemblies and administrative bodies.
The clashes and disruptions at the Laikipia County Assembly serve as a reminder of the importance of upholding the rule of law and adherence to proper procedures in the conduct of government affairs. The incidents also underscore the significance of open communication and transparency in decision-making processes, as well as the imperative of resolving political disputes through peaceful and lawful means.
Overall, the events at the Laikipia County Assembly and the impeachment motion in Kisii signal the need for constructive dialogue, adherence to legal processes, and a commitment to upholding the rule of law in the conduct of county governance and decision-making. These incidents demonstrate the critical importance of fostering an environment of cooperation, transparency, and respect for democratic principles within the county government structures.
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