Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has opened up about the reasons behind recent impeachment attempts by some Members of the County Assembly (MCAs), attributing the push to frustrations over stalled bursary and scholarship programs.
Speaking during an interview on Milele FM on Wednesday, October 7, 2025, Sakaja said that the freezing of bursary funds by the Controller of Budget last year created intense pressure on both his administration and the county legislators.
“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,” Sakaja explained.
He noted that the delay in bursary disbursement placed MCAs in a difficult position with their constituents, leading to growing discontent that fueled the impeachment motion.
Addressing criticisms about his visibility, Sakaja clarified that he operates from a private office — a space he has used since his time as senator — to manage sensitive county matters discreetly.
“Some matters must be handled privately. Politics on the ground are complex, and you must protect the interests of those you serve,” he said.
Sakaja further revealed that intervention from President William Ruto and Azimio leader Raila Odinga played a critical role in defusing tensions and averting his ouster.
“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 remarked.
While the ODM-led County Assembly has since suspended the impeachment motion, Sakaja acknowledged that political pressure remains. He affirmed his commitment to improving service delivery, resolving MCAs’ concerns, and restoring trust between his office and the assembly.
