A heated political showdown is unfolding in Isiolo as Governor Abdi Guyo calls out Senator Fatuma Dullo for allegedly turning recent tragic incidents into political ammunition. Guyo accuses the Senator of undermining public officials and spreading fear to serve personal interests
Highlights:
- Governor Guyo says recent tragedies are being politicised for personal gain
- He blames a domestic dispute and a road accident for the incidents in question
- Accuses Senator Dullo of inciting tension and undermining state officials
- Dullo has previously claimed threats and political interference in the county
- Tensions between the two leaders continue to escalate
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Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo has pushed back strongly against claims by Senator Fatuma Dullo that recent deaths in the county point to a deeper security crisis. Speaking during a field visit to Burat Ward, Guyo dismissed the allegations as “unfair politicisation” of personal tragedies.
He explained that the Bulapesa fire incident, which killed a woman and her children, was the result of a domestic issue. He also clarified that the death of a local blogger was caused by a road accident—not violence or foul play.
Guyo accused Senator Dullo of dragging county and national administrators into political battles. He urged elected leaders to support the County Commissioner and law enforcement agencies, instead of blaming them for events beyond their control.
This isn’t the first time the two Isiolo leaders have clashed. Senator Dullo has previously accused Governor Guyo’s administration of harassment and mismanagement. In a past public address, she even alleged a plot to eliminate her over political differences—a claim Guyo has firmly denied.
As the two leaders continue their public spat, Isiolo residents remain stuck in the middle. Calls are growing for unity and focus on service delivery rather than political rivalry.
Insecurity is serious—but when leaders turn tragedies into talking points, who really speaks for the people?
