Governor Wamatangi warns political rivals to stop undermining his development agenda

Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi has warned a section of the county’s leaders who he says are allegedly planning to undermine his development initiatives.

Speaking in Kerwa, Sigona Ward, in Kikuyu sub-county on Friday, where he distributed certified maize seeds and fertilizer to over 5,000 farmers, Governor Wamatangi emphasised on the need for maturity and tolerance in local politics.

The Governor, while expressing his frustration with leaders causing chaos during his development tours, warned his rivals against attending his meetings.

“Kutoka leo kama mtu hana haja na mkutano wangu kaa mbali…kama ni siasa subiri 2027…leo ni mambo ya maendeleo,” he said.

Wamatangi has been battling political rivalry with a section of MCAs and MPs seeking to impeach him over his failure to appoint County Executive Committee officers and constitute an all-inclusive Cabinet.

In November last year, Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua came to the aid of the county boss and called for a meeting with the MCAs.

“The Ruto administration roots for a strong devolution, and therefore, we have no room for squabbles that will derail service delivery to the people,” said the DP as he admitted the tiff then.

He also emphasised the importance of a seamless collaboration between the Executive and Legislative branches of the County Government to achieve the primary goal of devolution, which is to drive and sustain development.

After a sit down with MCAs, Gachagua is also set to meet Members of Parliament from the region and the Governor himself.