Natembeya Alleges Plot to Block Masengeli’s Rise to Top Police Job Through County Politics

Tension is building both in Trans Nzoia County and within Kenya’s security circles following remarks by Governor George Natembeya, who claims there is a deliberate scheme to derail the career trajectory of Deputy Inspector General Gilbert Masengeli.

According to the Governor, Masengeli is strategically positioned to ascend to the top leadership of the National Police Service once the current command exits. However, Natembeya alleges that powerful political forces are quietly working to block that rise by redirecting Masengeli toward county-level elective politics.

A Calculated Diversion

Natembeya argues that the sudden push to brand Masengeli as a potential Trans Nzoia gubernatorial candidate is not accidental. Instead, he views it as a carefully crafted strategy aimed at pulling a senior police officer out of national contention at a critical stage of his career.

In his view, encouraging Masengeli to enter elective politics now would permanently shut the door to his chances of leading the police service nationally — a move Natembeya believes serves hidden political interests rather than public good.

Ethnic Balance and National Representation

The Governor has further tied the issue to concerns over ethnic representation in senior state appointments, insisting that Masengeli possesses the experience, discipline, and professional record required for national leadership.

He warns that diverting such figures into local politics risks weakening institutional balance and denying certain communities fair visibility in critical national offices.

Political Uncertainty in Trans Nzoia

For Trans Nzoia residents, the debate introduces fresh uncertainty ahead of future elections. Masengeli’s potential entry into local politics would significantly reshape the political landscape, but Natembeya urges voters to question the motives behind the sudden enthusiasm for his candidature.

Call for Merit Over Political Games

Ultimately, the Governor is calling for restraint and professionalism, cautioning against using capable leaders as pawns in short-term political maneuvers. He argues that such strategies threaten not only national institutions but also public trust in leadership.