Former Murang'a Governor Mwangi wa Iria and six others have pleaded afresh to graft charges totaling Sh351 million. This follows the withdrawal of charges against a former county secretary.

• The charges involve alleged conspiracy to defraud, money laundering, and conflict of interest related to media coverage services.
• Key figures include Mwangi wa Iria and co-accused David Maina Kiama, David Maina Njeri, Jane Waigwe Kimani, Solomon Mutura Kimani, and Peter Muturi Karanja.
• The case stems from alleged fraudulent dealings between October 21, 2014, and June 19, 2017, during wa Iria's tenure as governor.