A fresh bid to impeach Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has been launched two and a half years into his tenure as the city’s third governor.
The renewed effort is being spearheaded by former Korogocho MCA Maxwell Ochar, who filed a formal petition with the Office of the Nairobi County Assembly Clerk on June 30, 2025. This follows an earlier, unsuccessful attempt by the late Joel Munuve, former MCA for Kariobangi North.
In his petition, Ochar accuses Governor Sakaja of gross misconduct and abuse of office. He cites provisions under Standing Order 213 of the Nairobi County Assembly, which permits such action following public participation. According to Ochar, the Constitution of Kenya enshrines the principle that all state officers must be accountable to the public for their actions and decisions.
“Sections 181(1)(c) of the Constitution, the County Governments Act (2012), and Standing Order 68 clearly outline the grounds under which a county governor may be removed from office,” Ochar stated.
He further alleges that Governor Sakaja has consistently failed to uphold professionalism, transparency, and accountability in the discharge of his duties.
“By violating his oath of office, breaching the Constitution, and abusing the powers of his position, Governor Sakaja has demonstrated conduct unbefitting of the office he holds,” Ochar argued, calling on the County Assembly to move forward with the impeachment process.
The petition now awaits scrutiny by the Assembly, with public participation set to play a central role in determining the next steps.
