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Let Kawira turn on her political charm now for Meru to prosper

Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza during the impeachment hearing before the Senate Assembly on August 20, 2024 [Boniface Okendo, Standard]

The third devolution chapter has been a disaster for the people of Meru, and it appears the nightmare is yet to end. First, let us dispense with the small matter of who is rightfully sitting as Governor of Meru.

On the 20th of August 2024, the Senate, exercising its constitutional powers, removed the governor from office following her impeachment by the Meru County Assembly. On the 21st, the governor obtained conservatory orders at the High Court in Meru staying all proceedings taken pursuant to the Senate decision.

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