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October 6, 2025
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Sonko distances himself from JamboPay contract with Nairobi County

Sonko distances himself from JamboPay contract with Nairobi County

Sonko distances himself from JamboPay contract with Nairobi County..

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Former Nairobi Governor Mike Mbuvi Sonko's defense team is distancing him from the controversial Web Tribe/JamboPay contract, arguing the county was not obligated to inherit legacy systems. This comes as he faces graft charges in the Anti-Corruption Court.

  • Lydia Kwamboka, a former Nairobi County Attorney, confirmed JamboPay was engaged by the defunct Nairobi City Council for e-payment services.
  • Recordings played in court show Sonko expressing frustration with the "over 20 years" old system, demanding a new, efficient one.
  • Allan Esabwa Igambi, former County Executive Committee Member for Finance, alleged a former Solicitor General pressured him to incriminate the governor.

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