The Senate intervened to block Governor Abdi Hassan Guyo’s impeachment in a spectacular political battle that has engulfed Isiolo County, temporarily halting the unrest that was developing between the county assembly and the government.
Following weeks of rising political tension, misbehaviour allegations, and procedural anomalies that raised doubts about the legitimacy of the impeachment process, the high-stakes decision was made.
Governor Guyo, a former Nairobi County Assembly Majority Leader, found himself at the centre of a storm after a faction of Isiolo MCAs tabled a motion accusing him of gross misconduct, abuse of office, and mismanagement of public funds. The accusations sparked outrage, with some residents and political observers questioning the timing and motives behind the move.
The motion quickly gained momentum, at least on paper, but the real chaos unfolded on the floor of the Isiolo County Assembly, where allegations of bribery, intimidation, and even physical scuffles disrupted proceedings.
However, the Senate’s intervention proved to be a game-changer. After a heated session marked by sharp partisan exchanges and impassioned legal arguments, the Senate dismissed the impeachment bid, citing a lack of substantive evidence and glaring procedural flaws.
The decision not only spared Governor Guyo from an abrupt political exit but also exposed deep rifts within the Isiolo County leadership.
While Guyo hailed the Senate’s verdict as a win for constitutionalism and decried the impeachment attempt as a politically motivated witch-hunt, his critics vowed to continue pushing for accountability.
The failed ouster now leaves Isiolo at a political crossroads. As tensions simmer and public trust hangs in the balance, all eyes will be on Governor Guyo and the county assembly to see whether they can set aside their hostilities and refocus on service delivery, or if the political theatrics will continue to overshadow development.
