A majority of Kericho Members of County Assembly (MCAs), totaling at least 35 MCAs, have signed an impeachment notice against Governor Erick Mutai, accusing him of gross misconduct and misuse of public funds. The MCAs challenge the governor’s calls for the dissolution of the county government, viewing them as attempts to evade accountability ahead of impeachment proceedings slated for next week.

• 35 MCAs have signed the impeachment notice against Governor Erick Mutai.
• The Assembly alleges Ksh85 million was irregularly paid to 45 companies under Governor Mutai’s watch.
• Majority Leader Philip Rono and Deputy Speaker Cheruiyot Bett confirmed the Assembly’s resolve to proceed with the impeachment.
• Governor Mutai has asked for prayers ahead of his impeachment hearing at the Kericho County Assembly next Friday.