Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi has expressed fears for his personal safety after claiming he was trailed by an unknown vehicle carrying three occupants, prompting him to call for increased security measures.
Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, Wamatangi said the incident came shortly after most of his security detail had been withdrawn, leaving him exposed.
“They were trying to appear as if they’re minding other business, but it is my movements that they were watching. If there was any issue to be brought to my attention, they would come and speak to me, but the whole saga tells me there was a sinister motive with those who were trailing me,” the Governor said.
Wamatangi confirmed that he intends to formally report the matter to the Inspector General of Police and urged an investigation into the incident. “It is important that I bring it to the attention of the IG since it is my opinion, position and request that I should have very enhanced security. I don’t want to be a rumour monger, but such people may not have good intentions,” he added.
Currently, only two security officers have been reinstated following the withdrawal of his guards last week. Wamatangi stressed that his security arrangements must be urgently reviewed to counter any potential threats.
The governor’s concerns come just days after a High Court order froze his personal bank account, as well as those of his wife, children, and ten other individuals, in connection with a Ksh.813 million corruption case. The order followed the demolition of his business premises near Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi, which reportedly occurred in the early hours of Wednesday, with police using teargas and live rounds to disperse crowds before the exercise.
Wamatangi’s statement underscores rising tensions surrounding his personal and political security amid ongoing legal and administrative scrutiny.
