Kericho Members of the Kericho County Assembly have impeached Governor Erick Mutai for a second time. The results from an electronic vote indicated that 33 out of 47 ward representatives supported the motion.
Immediately after the results were displayed on the screen, chaos erupted as a group opposing the outcome screamed and chanted slogans, disrupting the extended session of the assembly. This marks the second time the assembly has impeached Governor Mutai in less than a year. The motion was introduced by Sigowet MCA Kiprotich Rogony, who accused the county chief of gross constitutional violations, illegal tender awards, and misconduct in public office.
In his defense, Governor Mutai denied any wrongdoing and claimed that the alleged fictitious payment of Sh85 million was part of a concerted effort to incite public emotion against his administration. "A governor shouldn't be impeached based on innuendos and malice, but according to the law.
I have seen statements alleging that the governor withdrew money for NASPCPD, but it's common knowledge that the governor has no role in withdrawing funds.
