A deepening political crisis has gripped Machakos County following the sudden disappearance of Muthwani MCA Dominic Maitha. His vanishing act coming just days after he threatened to spearhead impeachment proceedings against Governor Wavinya Ndeti has ignited speculation about the high stakes power battles playing out behind closed doors.
Maitha’s colleagues, led by Kinanie MCA Francis Kavyu and Mbiuni MCA Peter Kilonzo, have publicly demanded his immediate release, issuing an ominous ultimatum: “We want him back, dead or alive.” Their statement underscores the rising tensions within the county’s leadership, where political rivalries have reached a boiling point.
The timing of Maitha’s disappearance coincides with a flurry of political maneuvering. A separate impeachment motion against Machakos Assembly Speaker Ann Kiusya has reportedly seen over 30 MCAs retreat to Mombasa in preparation for a decisive vote, further complicating the county’s already volatile political scene. Meanwhile, the governor’s camp remains on edge following Maitha’s threats, which were issued publicly at a recent bursary event in Ngalalya. His allegation ranging from financial mismanagement to questionable hiring practices.
