By Murugi Ndwiga
Embu Senator Alexander Munyi Mundigi has called on Members of County Assembly (MCAs) to take impeachment processes against governors seriously, warning that most of the cases brought before the Senate collapse due to ulterior motives and failure to follow the Constitution.
Speaking at A.C.K St. James Mayori, Mbeere Diocese, Mundigi said many MCAs rush impeachment motions without adhering to due process, making it impossible for them to pass at the Senate.
“It is unfortunate to see MCAs, elected to represent wards and provide oversight, being unable to perform their job. A majority of them pursue ulterior motives, impeaching governors without following due process as stipulated in the Constitution,” he said.
The senator cited the recent impeachment attempt against Kericho Governor Erick Mutai, who survived after only 34 MCAs voted in favor—well below the two-thirds majority required. He noted that some MCAs were absent while others failed to use their gadgets properly, yet still expected the motion to succeed.
“These are basic rules being ignored. You cannot send a governor home when you have failed to follow the Constitution yourselves,” Mundigi said.
He also highlighted a case in the North Eastern region, where MCAs attempted to impeach their governor without being physically present in the assembly, as required by law. Others, he noted, lacked sworn affidavits, another critical requirement.
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“As senators, we scrutinize every detail before admitting an impeachment motion, from affidavits to attendance to the weight of the allegations. MCAs must understand these things before pushing their agenda,” he explained.
Mundigi clarified, however, that his concerns do not mean MCAs should abandon their oversight role. “MCAs are placed in assemblies by law to ensure counties are governed according to the Constitution. If they are dissatisfied with a governor and have valid reasons for impeachment, then they should proceed, but only by following the law,” he said.
On the issue of unity, the senator urged MCAs to put aside political differences and avoid fights in county assemblies, warning that such behavior damages their public image.
“In the Senate, we come from different political parties but we are always united. We never fight; we take our business seriously. Whenever we handle important matters, we put our political differences aside. That is what I ask MCAs to do, be united,” he said.
Mundigi also praised President William Ruto and Deputy President Kithure Kindiki for their leadership, urging MCAs to support the national government so that counties continue benefiting from its programs.
“If there is any president who has truly worked hard for Kenya, it is William Ruto, alongside his deputy Kithure Kindiki. Their work is evident. Kenyans can see the results, and they deserve the chance to continue delivering for the country,” he said.