The Trans Nzoia County Assembly has announced its decision to respect court orders that temporarily bar the impeachment proceedings against the County Secretary and two Chief Executive Committee (CEC) members.
This move follows a legal challenge by thr three Truphosa Amere, Stanley Kirui and Janerose Mutama that put the assembly’s actions on hold, pending a court ruling.
The assembly’s stand was led by Matisi Ward MCA Obed Mahanga, who confirmed that the legislators would await the court’s outcome before proceeding further with any impeachment motions.
“We will observe the rule of law and adhere to the orders issued by the judiciary. “The court has spoken, and it’s our duty to respect legal processes.”Mahanga stated.
Mahanga underscored that the assembly’s decision reflects a commitment to upholding democratic principles and legal accountability. He added.
“While we believe in the importance of oversight, we also understand the need for due process,” he said.
The court issued the restraining orders in response to a petition filed by the County Secretary and the two CECs, who argued that the assembly’s move lacked proper grounds and procedural fairness.
With the assembly temporarily barred from further action, focus now turns to the legal proceedings, which will determine whether the impeachment process can proceed.
The MCAs also expressed increasing concern over the county’s ongoing health crisis, pushing for immediate action.
Kapombois MCA Kefa Were and Nabiswa MCA Matim Jamanuru, alongside other assembly members, have issued Governor George Natembeya a 24-hour ultimatum to address the crisis affecting local health services.
“We are giving the governor a 24-hour window to bring concrete solutions to our county’s health sector. Our people are suffering, and urgent action is required to ensure access to proper healthcare,” Were said.
Jamanuru echoed this urgency, underscoring the gravity of the situation and the assembly’s responsibility to advocate for residents’ well-being.
