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Sakaja Sparks CoG Boycott of Senate CPAC Over Alleged Intimidation

Patricia Waigwa March 31, 2026

On Tuesday, March 31, 2026, the Council of Governors (CoG) resolved to boycott all Senate CPAC summons. The boycott remains until disputes over the committee’s conduct are formally resolved through legal channels.This decision followed multiple governors facing arrest warrants for ignoring

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Sakaja Blames Outdated Infrastructure as Nairobi Floods Kill 42

Patricia Waigwa March 9, 2026

Nairobi faces a severe humanitarian crisis after deadly flash floods swept through the city. As of March 9, 2026, authorities confirmed at least 42 deaths nationwide. Tragically, 42 fatalities occurred within the capital alone. Additionally, floods displaced thousands of residents across affected neighborhoods. In response, Johnson Sakaja blamed the disaster on a

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Sifuna Slams Nairobi Function Transfer

Patricia Waigwa February 17, 2026

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has expressed concern over a planned State House signing ceremony. The event, scheduled for 3 pm on Tuesday, February 17, will reportedly see President William Ruto formalize cooperation with the Nairobi County Government. According to Sifuna, the ceremony appears to transfer certain county responsibilities to the national government. This, he

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Sakaja Launches Ksh170 Million Scholarship for Secondary School Students

Patricia Waigwa January 8, 2026

Scholarship Programme to Benefit LearnersThe Nairobi County government unveiled a Ksh170 million scholarship targeting secondary school students. Moreover, Governor Johnson Sakaja announced on January 8 that 4,000 learners will benefit in the first phase. He thanked the Controller of Budget, the Ministry of Education, and the Council of Governors for resolving last year’s

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Sakaja Declares Public Parks Open During Holidays

Patricia Waigwa December 26, 2025

Governor’s DirectiveNairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja announced that event organisers should not restrict public parks during holidays. Moreover, he emphasized inclusivity over exclusivity in park usage. Public Interest ConsideredAccording to Sakaja, parks belong to all Kenyans. Therefore, reserving them for exclusive use during holidays undermines public interest. Christmas

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Mama Rachel Hospital Nears Completion in Nairobi

Patricia Waigwa December 22, 2025

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja announced that Mama Rachel Hospital is 90 percent complete. Consequently, residents will soon access improved healthcare services. The update appeared in the county newsletter on Monday, December 22, 2025, highlighting progress and readiness for full operations. Renaming Honors First Lady and Community Health Last year, Sakaja renamed

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Sakaja Approves Menstrual Health Days in Nairobi

Patricia Waigwa December 17, 2025

Policy Approved by Governor Sakaja On December 16, Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja and his Cabinet approved menstrual health days for women employees. Moreover, the decision seeks to enhance service delivery and improve workplace wellbeing. Integration into HR Framework The Cabinet confirmed the new policy will be integrated into the county’s human resource framework.

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Mosiria Claims ‘Untouchables’ Pushed Him Out of Environment Docket

Kevin Matende December 2, 2025

Nairobi Chief County Officer Geoffrey Mosiria has explained the events he believes triggered his transfer from the powerful environment docket, saying influential individuals pushed for the change. Mosiria Says the Move Didn’t Surprise Him While speaking on Monday, December 1, Mosiria said the transfer felt expected. He argued that his strict enforcement routinely clashed