Nairobi MCA Deonysias Mwangi Waithira Resigns in Protest Against Sakaja’s Government
The political heat inside the Nairobi County Assembly has taken a new twist after Githurai Ward MCA, Hon. Deonysias Mwangi Waithira, officially announced his resignation.
His move comes as the rift between ward representatives and Governor Johnson Sakaja continues to widen, exposing deeper cracks in the county’s leadership.
In an exclusive interview with Newshub.co.ke, Waithira confirmed that he had already submitted his resignation letter on Wednesday, September 17, to the Speaker of the County Assembly.
He explained that his decision was driven by what he termed as a “systemic failure” by the Nairobi County Executive to deliver on basic services and implement development projects for the people of Githurai.
“I, Hon. Deonysias Mwangi Waithira, hereby tender my resignation from the elective position of Member of the Third Nairobi City County Assembly representing Githurai Ward,” his letter stated.
Waithira, who was elected on a United Democratic Alliance (UDA) ticket, said the resignation would officially take effect from Monday, November 1, 2025. In his letter, he recalled his election and gazettement under Gazette Notice No. 9956 dated 24th August 2022, where he was recognized as MCA for Githurai Ward under Constituency Code 279 and Ward Code 1391.
Despite expressing gratitude to UDA and the residents who entrusted him with leadership, Waithira maintained that the current environment made it impossible for him to continue serving.
He admitted that stepping down was “one of the most difficult decisions of my life,” but insisted it was necessary given the frustrations he faced.
Accusations Against the County Executive
The outgoing MCA accused Governor Sakaja’s administration of sidelining Githurai Ward and failing to implement vital projects, despite numerous pleas and motions presented both in the Assembly chambers and through committee work.
According to him, the Executive had consistently ignored Assembly resolutions and dragged its feet on key infrastructure projects and service delivery plans meant to improve the lives of Githurai residents.
He further lamented the lack of an effective system to enforce resolutions passed by the County Assembly. Waithira noted that while motions and recommendations reflecting the needs of residents had been passed, most remained shelved without any tangible action.
Adding to his frustrations, Waithira pointed out internal inefficiencies within the Assembly itself. He cited delays in processing the Ward Office Imprest, which he said disrupted day-to-day functions of his Githurai office and made it difficult to serve constituents effectively.
“These are not just my personal grievances,” Waithira explained. “They represent the voices and aspirations of the Githurai people, gathered during public participation forums in the Third Generation County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP), Annual Development Plans (ADPs), County Fiscal Strategy Papers (CFSPs), and budget estimates. Sadly, these aspirations have been reduced to unfulfilled promises written only on paper.”
Next Steps
Waithira revealed to Newshub.co.ke that he intends to hold a press conference soon to address the public, where he will share more details on his decision and outline his next political move.
Can an MCA Resign?
Yes. Under Kenyan law, there are clear provisions that allow a Member of the County Assembly to resign. Article 194(1)(d) of the 2010 Constitution of Kenya states: “The office of a member of a county assembly becomes vacant if the member resigns in writing addressed to the speaker of the county assembly.”
For such a resignation to be valid, two conditions must be met: it must be put in writing, and it must be addressed directly to the Speaker of the County Assembly.
Waithira’s resignation comes at a time when Nairobi politics are already tense. Just weeks earlier, MCAs had tried to initiate impeachment proceedings against Governor Sakaja, accusing him of neglecting key promises he made during campaigns.
The complaints included delays in bursary disbursement, the stalled Ward Development Fund, and the general neglect of ward-level priorities.
MCAs have consistently accused Sakaja of ignoring the pressing needs of ordinary Nairobians and frustrating their efforts to deliver services in their respective wards.
Waithira’s exit is now seen as a loud statement of protest against a county leadership that, according to him, has failed to live up to its obligations.
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