Isiolo Governor Abdi Ibrahim Guyo has been impeached following an overwhelming vote by the County Assembly. Sixteen out of 18 elected MCAs supported the motion, citing abuse of office, financial mismanagement, and violation of constitutional ethics.
Highlights
- Isiolo MCAs vote 16–2 in favour of Governor Guyo’s impeachment.
- Accusations include hiring 36 illegal advisors and misuse of funds.
- Public participation held in all 10 wards before the motion.
- A court has since issued an order halting the process pending a hearing.
- Local elders called for dialogue instead of a political showdown.
Main Story
In a decisive session held on June 25, the Isiolo County Assembly voted to impeach Governor Abdi Guyo after tabling a motion citing multiple constitutional and ethical violations. Sericho MCA Abubakar Godana led the motion, accusing Guyo of appointing 36 unapproved advisors and stalling critical development projects.
Grounds for Ouster
The motion cited:
- Breach of Chapter Six of the Constitution
- Financial mismanagement
- Abuse of office and disregard for public participation laws
- Operating the executive without proper County Assembly oversight
The County Assembly claims it held public forums in all 10 wards before the vote. However, some Isiolo elders and local leaders criticized the move, urging MCAs to pursue reconciliation or mediation before resorting to impeachment.
Following the Assembly’s decision, the High Court issued a conservatory order stopping the process until a full hearing can determine if due process was followed. The matter is expected to return to court in the coming weeks, with both political and legal teams preparing for battle.
Whether Governor Guyo survives this legal storm or not, his impeachment underscores the fragile balance of power in county governance — and the rising demand for accountability.
