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April 11, 2026
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Samburu Governor accuses Senators of allegedly extorting money

Samburu Governor accuses Senators of allegedly extorting money

Embattled Samburu Governor Lati Lelelit has faulted the Senate of allegedly extorting money from the Governors in the name of appearing before the Senate Committees to be queried...

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Samburu Governor Lati Lelelit has accused Senators of allegedly extorting money from governors under the guise of committee inquiries. The Governor vowed to appear before the Senate to answer audit queries despite previously snubbing the Senate Public Accounts Committee four times.

  • The Governor is facing potential arrest for failing to appear before the Senate committees regarding Samburu County's 2023/2024 financial statements.
  • Lati Lelelit claims the accusations are politically motivated.
  • The Council of Governors previously raised concerns about alleged extortion and harassment by Senate committees.

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