Police Move to Arrest Sakaja
Sakaja is being sought on allegations of contempt of Parliament...
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Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja is reportedly being sought for arrest by police on allegations of contempt of parliament.
- Police have reportedly camped outside City Hall, the seat of the Nairobi county government.
- The operation follows a directive from the Senate County Public Accounts Committee (CPAC).
- Regional Police Commander Issa Mohamud confirmed the search, stating they are following orders from the Inspector General of Police.
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Police Move to Arrest Governor Sakaja Over Senate Contempt Order - March 2026
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja is being sought by police following an arrest order from the Senate County Public Accounts Committee for alleged contempt of Parliament. Sakaja has criticized the police operation at City Hall as 'unnecessary drama', urging dialogue instead of enforcement. The Council of Governors (CoG) is demanding the withdrawal of arrest warrants against governors amid ongoing disputes with the Senate. At the same time, President William Ruto is set to make a historic address at the Nairobi City County Assembly on Thursday, April 9, marking the first time a sitting head of state will speak to a County Assembly in Kenya. Meanwhile, political leaders from Kilifi County, including Governor Gideon Mung'aro, have criticized Senate Speaker Amason Kingi and KeNHA board chairperson Aisha Jumwa, adding to the complex political landscape.
