The Senate has confirmed it will begin investigating allegations against Nyamira County Governor Amos Nyaribo starting Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
The announcement was made by Senate Speaker Amason Kingi after the Nyamira County Assembly formally forwarded a resolution seeking the governor’s removal from office through impeachment.
The motion, approved by a majority of Nyamira MCAs, accuses Governor Nyaribo of “Gross Violation of the Constitution and other Laws” and “Abuse of Office.”
This marks the latest step in a process that requires Senate scrutiny before any final decision can be taken.
Under Kenya’s 2010 Constitution, a county governor may be removed for misconduct, abuse of office, or gross violations of the law. The impeachment process begins at the County Assembly level, which must pass a motion with a two-thirds majority before the Senate can investigate.
This framework ensures that both local and national legislative bodies play a role in upholding accountability in devolved governance.
Nyamira has witnessed recurring political tensions between the governor and the County Assembly. Previous attempts to remove Governor Nyaribo have been reported, reflecting a history of disputes over policy decisions and alleged administrative irregularities.
The Senate Plenary will examine the charges against Governor Nyaribo, allowing him to respond to the allegations before any vote is conducted.
According to Speaker Kingi, the proceedings will follow constitutional requirements, with senators reviewing evidence provided by the County Assembly and assessing its sufficiency.
“The Senate has formally received the communication from the Nyamira County Assembly. The charges will be investigated by the Plenary starting Wednesday,” Kingi said in a statement shared with the media.