Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has opened up about the reasons behind the attempted impeachment motion against him by Members of the County Assembly (MCAs). Speaking during an interview on Milele FM on Wednesday, October 7, 2025, Sakaja revealed that the move was largely fueled by frustrations among MCAs following delays in bursaries and scholarships.
The governor explained that the Controller of Budget’s suspension of bursary and scholarship disbursements last year created a ripple effect across the county. With thousands of needy students depending on this support, the suspension placed immense pressure on local leaders.
“Imagine Nairobi, 119,000 students; bursaries are about Ksh5,300 for Form One and some Form Two and Form Three students. When these funds are suspended, the pressure is huge. People rely on this support, and naturally, frustration builds,” Sakaja said.
He noted that the situation left MCAs facing backlash from constituents, leading some to consider impeachment as an expression of that frustration.
Addressing criticism about his visibility and accessibility, Sakaja clarified that he operates from a private office to handle sensitive county matters effectively.
“I have had this office since I was a senator. Some matters must be handled privately. Politics on the ground are complex, and you must protect the interests of those you serve,” he stated.
Sakaja also thanked Raila Odinga and President William Ruto for intervening in the dispute, helping to calm tensions and suspend the impeachment process.
“It is by the grace of God and good leadership that we reached a resolution. People want quick solutions, but meaningful results take time,” he added.
Although the impeachment threat has been paused, Sakaja acknowledged that political pressure remains, emphasizing his commitment to restoring trust, improving service delivery, and addressing the concerns raised by MCAs in the coming weeks.
