Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has expressed confidence in winning her impeachment case ahead of the highly anticipated ruling set for Friday, March 14.
She also made it clear that despite facing opposition, she will still vie for the Meru gubernatorial seat in the 2027 elections.
Speaking at a public gathering in Meru on Tuesday, March 11, Mwangaza claimed that her impeachment was orchestrated by certain leaders within the Meru County government who fear competing against her in the next general elections.
She accused these leaders of using underhand tactics to push her out of office instead of allowing the people of Meru to decide her fate through the ballot.
Mwangaza, however, remained firm, stating that she will not be distracted by political battles and will continue focusing on the development of Meru County.
She criticized those opposing her leadership, labeling them as selfish individuals who prioritize personal interests over the well-being of Meru residents.
“The leaders who are ganging up against me are simply afraid of facing me in 2027. But just as God lives forever, their fears will come to an end because we must reach the ballot,” she declared.
“The reason they are running around trying to frustrate me is because I have blocked all the loopholes that would have led to my downfall.
Their real problem is not me—it is their greed. They wanted to exploit Meru like they did in the past, but as a servant of God, I will stand firm with the people and ensure that development continues.”
The governor further challenged her critics, arguing that if they are unhappy with her leadership, they should wait for the next elections instead of trying to remove her from office through the ‘back door.’ She insisted that only the people of Meru have the right to decide who leads them.
Mwangaza also reiterated her unwavering support for President William Ruto, urging that he, too, should be given time and space to lead the country without unnecessary political interference.
“They should give me a chance to serve just as I have said they should allow President Ruto to lead without instilling fear in the people. I am not someone who can be easily intimidated,” she stated.
Governor Mwangaza was impeached on August 21, 2024, after the Senate upheld a motion to remove her from office on grounds of gross misconduct, abuse of office, and violation of the Constitution.
The Senate, through a voting process, confirmed her impeachment, with Speaker Amason Kingi officially announcing the decision.
“In accordance with Article 181 of the Constitution, Section 33 of the County Government Act, and Standing Order 86 of the Senate Standing Orders, the Senate has resolved to remove Hon. Kawira Mwangaza from office through impeachment.
As a result, she ceases to hold the position of Governor of Meru County,” Speaker Kingi declared after the vote.
However, shortly after the ruling, the High Court intervened by issuing conservatory orders following an urgent appeal filed by the governor to challenge her impeachment.
On December 18, 2024, the court extended the orders for another 120 days to allow a proper hearing and determination of her case.
During a court session held on February 22, 2025, Mwangaza’s legal team strongly opposed her impeachment, arguing that the Meru County Assembly passed the motion despite a valid court order halting the process.
Her lawyers insisted that the impeachment should be nullified, as the County Assembly Speaker had defied the court directive and proceeded with the motion.
The case will resume on Friday, March 14, when the court is expected to issue its final ruling on whether Mwangaza’s impeachment will stand or be overturned.
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