EXCLUSIVE: Sonko Cracks Whip on His MCAs Over Elachi Ouster

Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko finally stamped his authority in the ongoing drama in his backyard.

Speaking exclusively to Kenyans.co.ke, Sonko on Tuesday, October 29, sent a stern warning to Members of County Assembly (MCAs) who have been hatching plans to oust Speaker, Beatrice Elachi.

“It is because of selfish interests and some people choosing to be used by people who think they have a chance of controlling Nairobi in the future. It will not happen. I swear to God,” Sonko vowed.

The governor got wind of the plot to impeach Elachi after drama ensued at City Hall on Tuesday, October 29.

The angry county head further urged the MCAs to channel their energies to serving Nairobi residents instead of constantly engaging in sideshows. 

“We cannot be playing politics from Monday to Monday when we have crucial matters to attend to. There are bills and other legislation that need to be passed," the governor advised.

Sonko further pointed out that President Uhuru Kenyatta had personally asked him to ensure that Elachi smoothly served as the speaker till the close of her term because she was Jubilee Party’s preferred candidate for the position. 

“The party has spoken about this stalemate and it’s in the interest of the president, who is our party leader, that Elachi serves as the speaker. As the governor of this great city, I will not allow MCAs to be used by outsiders to bring confusion. This will not happen,” he vowed.

The assembly is scheduled to resume its plenary sessions on Wednesday afternoon and Sonko promised to personally ensure enough security at City Hall.

He also called on the Jubilee Party leadership to take strong disciplinary action against MCAs who defy the party's directive on the matter.

Reports by Daily Nation on Tuesday, October 29 indicated that the county assembly had turned into a war zone, as MCAs went against each other over the plan to oust Elachi. 

"The rival factions are now fighting each other. The chaos broke after the group supporting Elachi stormed the other group’s press conference hurling objects at them before physically dragging them out of the area," the daily informed.

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