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Originally published by Citizen DigitalNovember 21, 2025
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DCI report disputes Isiolo Speaker Jaldesa Banticha election, cites forgery and illegal oath
In the report addressed to the Clerk of the National Assembly, the DCI confirmed recording statements from 16 MCAs and 18 assembly staff who pointed out that no proceedings took place on 19th, 24th, a.....
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A DCI report submitted to the National Assembly has confirmed that no proceedings took place in the Isiolo County Assembly in June 2025 concerning the removal of Speaker Mohamed Roba Koto and the installation of Abdullahi Jaldesa Banticha. The report alleges forgery and an illegal oath of office, with 16 MCAs and 18 assembly staff confirming no sittings occurred on the key dates.
- The DCI report indicates an alleged storming of the chambers by goons led by Governor Abdi Guyo on June 18, 2025, leading to the loss of all digital records due to a lack of backup.
- Both Abdullahi Jaldesa Banticha and Lucy Kagwiria Kaburu were serving as CECs when they allegedly applied for the Speaker position, raising legal concerns.
- Salad Boru Guracha is accused of administering an oath of office to Banticha despite knowing no election had occurred; Banticha's appointment was later revoked via a Kenya Gazette notice on July 14, 2025.
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