Mt Kenya political temperatures rise as 69 MPs declare support for CS Kindiki

This decision, reflecting the unfolding political intrigues within the Mt. Kenya region, was announced on Thursday during a meeting in Nyahururu, Laikipia County.

Forty legislators from Mt. Kenya West and the diaspora signed the declaration, known as the 'Nyahururu Declaration, bringing the total number of legislators supporting CS Kindiki to 69.

This endorsement sets the stage for a potential political clash between CS Kindiki and Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on the control of Central region politics. 

According to the MPs forum's decision aligns with their broader strategy to streamline efforts and effectively address developmental priorities. 

The political caucus consisting of elected leaders from various constituencies in Mt. Kenya and the diaspora, expressed their commitment to collaborating closely with Prof. Kindiki to advance the region's legislative and developmental agendas.

In their statement, the forum emphasized the crucial role CS Kindiki will play in creating a direct link between parliamentary leaders and the executive branch. 

This liaison is expected to enhance the coordination of national government functions and address the developmental needs of the Mt. Kenya region and its diaspora.

"Given the prevailing state of affairs and the urgency of the mission ahead, there is a need for a link that will create a nexus between us and the National Executive on development matters," the legislators stated.

"Accordingly, we, as the elected leaders from this region and its diaspora, unanimously resolve that our link to the National Government be the Cabinet Secretary for the Interior and National Administration, Prof. Kithure Kindiki, whose responsibilities include the coordination of National Government functions across the country."

Thursday's meeting also highlighted the leaders' commitment to their constituents and their appreciation for the support they have received. 

They expressed gratitude to the people of Kenya for electing them and supporting the Kenya Kwanza Administration led by President William Ruto. 

The leaders reaffirmed their commitment to holding regular meetings to review progress, celebrate achievements, and address critical issues.

Attendees included George Gachagua, MP for Ndaragwa; Micheal Muchira, MP for Oljororok; Faith Gitau, MP for Nyandarua; Joseph Gitari, MP for Kirinyaga Central; Kimani Ichung’wah, MP for Kikuyu; Alice Ng’ang’a, MP for Thika Town; Mburu Kahangara, MP for Lari; (Eng) John Kiragu, MP for Limuru; Githua Wamacukuru, MP for Kabete; John Wanjiku, MP for Kiambaa; Ann Muratha, MP for Kiambu; Njoroge Kururia, MP for Gatundu North; Gabriel Kagombe, MP for Gatundu South; Simon King’ara, MP for Ruiru; Machua Waithaka, MP for Kiambu Town; Betty Maina, MP for Murang’a; Edwin Mugo, MP for Mathioya; Kimani Kuria, MP for Molo; Samuel Gachobe, MP for Subukia; Irene Njoki, MP for Bahati; Charity Kathambi, MP for Njoro; John Kiarie, MP for Dagoretti South; Augustine Mwafrika, MP for Roysambu; Stanley Muthama, MP for Lamu West; Joseph Githuku, Senator for Lamu; Karen Nyamu, Nominated Senator; and Michael Wambugu, MP for Othaya.

Absent with apologies were Martha Wangari, MP for Gilgil; David Gikaria, MP for Nakuru Town East; Kwenya Thuku, MP for Kinangop; David Kiaraho, MP for Olkalou; Muthoni Marubu, MP for Lamu; George Kariuki, MP for Ndia; Mary Maingi, MP for Mwea; Robert Gichimu, MP for Gichugu; Ronald Karauri, MP for Kasarani; Wanjiku Muhia, MP for Kipipiri; Joseph Iraya, Nominated MP; Antony Wainaina, MP for Kieni; and Rahab Mukami, MP for Nyeri County.

The Thursday developments follow recent declarations by legislators from Mt. Kenya East, who have called for political and economic autonomy, asserting they have been sidelined in national matters. 

The legislators have indicated their intention to no longer serve merely as "voting machines" and seek to join the negotiation table as a distinct political entity.