Last Updated on February 13, 2025 by Turkana County News Online
The much-anticipated impeachment motion against Turkana County Assembly Speaker Hon. Chris Nakuleu has entered its final stretch, with the motion set to be officially tabled today, Thursday, 13th February, 2025.
The proceedings have drawn comparisons to the historic ousting of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, a motion spearheaded by Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse. Now, all eyes are on Hon. Michael Epem Ebenyo, the Member of County Assembly (MCA) for Kalokol Ward, who is leading the charge against Speaker Nakuleu.
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Chris Nakuleu, a key figure in Turkana politics, now faces mounting pressure as leaders rally behind the impeachment effort. Meanwhile, the accusations against him remain a focal point of intense debate.
The unfolding events in Turkana mirror the dramatic impeachment of former DP Rigathi Gachagua, whose removal was orchestrated by a determined faction in Parliament. The striking similarities between the two cases have led many political analysts to question whether Speaker Nakuleu’s fate is already sealed.
With the Notice of Motion being presented today, his future now lies in the hands of the county assembly. Will he withstand the political storm, or is this the end of his tenure? The next few days will be crucial, as the county awaits a decision that could reshape Turkana’s political landscape.
Stay tuned for real-time updates on this high-stakes political battle.
