A Kakamega County resident has filed a petition at the High Court challenging Governor Fernandes Barasa over an alleged Sh450 million extortion claim.

• The petitioner seeks declarations that Governor Barasa violated constitutional principles of transparency, accountability, and leadership integrity.
• Key person involved: Governor Fernandes Barasa.
• Notable detail: The governor allegedly withdrew criminal proceedings related to the claim to avoid judicial scrutiny and disclosure of financial records.