In a dramatic turn of events at the Nandi County Assembly, tensions boiled over into physical altercations as Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) clashed over a report that recommended the removal of all County Executive Committee (CEC) members.
This chaotic scene erupted when MCAs, divided in their opinions, could not agree on the report’s content, which some believed would address accountability issues within the county.
The debate grew increasingly heated, with lawmakers hurling accusations and ultimately escalating to physical blows before security intervened to restore order.
The report in question aimed to review the status of county projects, with some MCAs claiming it would expose alleged misuse of funds on so-called “ghost projects.”
However, some members staunchly opposed the report, arguing it was politically motivated and unfair to the CECs.
The Assembly Speaker, foreseeing potential trouble, reportedly left the chambers just as tensions peaked.
Despite the Speaker’s exit, the situation spiraled out of control, with opposing groups clashing until police intervened, using tear gas to disperse the crowd.
This incident has drawn significant attention as it reflects ongoing challenges with political stability and governance in Nandi County.
The division within the Assembly points to deeper issues of transparency and accountability that have plagued the county’s administration.
This episode serves as a reminder of the high stakes surrounding county governance and the lengths to which some leaders are willing to go in defending their stances on public accountability.
Chaos in Nandi County Assembly as MCAs reject report that recommended sacking of all CECs pic.twitter.com/1dYEAQR2S1
— Citizen TV Kenya (@citizentvkenya) November 14, 2024
