Nyamira County has once again been thrown into political turbulence as Governor Amos Nyaribo faces a third impeachment motion a moment that could redefine the county’s political future. The motion, tabled on Monday by Bonyamatuta Ward MCA Julius Kimwomi Matwere, accuses the governor of gross misconduct, abuse of office, violation of the law, and orchestrating irregular appointments that have crippled county operations.
The timing of the impeachment push has intensified the county’s anxiety. It comes just as the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) widens its investigation into a KSh 382 million corruption scandal, a probe that has reportedly unearthed questionable procurement deals, inflated contracts, and unexplained financial discrepancies within key county departments.
Irregular Appointments and Abuse of Office at the Heart of the Motion
According to MCA Matwere, the governor has been involved in what he describes as a “persistent pattern of unlawful governance.” The motion details several instances where senior county officials were appointed without approval from the County Public Service Board, a move that allegedly violated recruitment laws and opened the door for political favoritism.
The MCA further claims that the governor’s interference in tendering processes contributed directly to the corruption concerns now under EACC scrutiny. Several procurement decisions tied to the KSh 382 million probe are said to have bypassed legal requirements, exposing county funds to misuse.
EACC Investigation Mounts Pressure on Nyaribo’s Administration
The ongoing KSh 382 million investigation has dramatically increased the political heat on Governor Nyaribo. EACC officials have reportedly visited county offices multiple times, collecting crucial documents and interviewing procurement and finance officers believed to be connected to the flagged transactions.
Insiders familiar with the probe suggest that the scandal could be far-reaching, with the potential to implicate senior county leaders if evidence links them to the irregular expenditures.
For many political observers, the corruption allegations—combined with the persistent leadership controversies—have weakened the governor’s public standing and emboldened assembly members who have long criticized his administration.
County Assembly to Reconvene November 18 to Decide Nyaribo’s Fate
The Nyamira County Assembly is set to reconvene on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, to continue deliberations on the impeachment motion. The session is expected to draw intense public attention as MCAs take sides, some pushing aggressively for accountability while others argue that political rivalries are driving the motion.
If the motion passes during the assembly vote, it will automatically proceed to the Senate, where Governor Nyaribo will face a full impeachment trial. The outcome could mark either the governor’s political downfall or his third dramatic survival.
Residents Divided as Political Tension Rises
Nyamira residents appear divided. Civil society groups, youth leaders, and professional associations have demanded transparency and quick action, arguing that the county cannot continue losing millions to mismanagement.
On the other hand, some locals believe the impeachment is politically motivated ahead of the 2027 elections.
What remains clear is that Nyamira is heading into one of the most defining political moments of its history one shaped by accusations, investigations, and a fight for accountability.