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NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 22 \u2014 The Council of Governors (CoG) has unanimously voted to remove Nyeri Governor Dr. Mutahi Kahiga as its Vice Chairperson, condemning his recent remarks about the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga as \u201cuntimely, reckless, and unspeakable.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In a statement issued on Wednesday following a Special Council meeting, CoG Chairperson and Wajir Governor Ahmed Abdullahi said the decision was reached after extensive deliberations on the interpretation and public impact of Kahiga\u2019s utterances, which sparked national outrage and calls for his resignation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cFollowing our statement issued yesterday, we convened a Special Council meeting to deliberate on the interpretation and impact of the utterances made by H.E. Mutahi Kahiga, the Vice Chair of the Council of Governors, and the mitigation thereof,\u201d Abdullahi said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn view of this meeting, the Council has unanimously agreed to remove H.E. Mutahi Kahiga from the leadership of the Council as the Vice Chair with immediate effect. We have also agreed that we will hold another meeting where a new Vice Chair will be elected,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Council distanced itself from the remarks made by Kahiga during a burial in Nyeri County, where he was captured in a vernacular video making controversial comments on Odinga\u2019s death.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kahiga quits CoG role amid fury over remarks on Raila’s death \u00bb Capital News <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apology <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Abdullahi said Kahiga’s sentiments were \u201cpersonal remarks\u201d and that did not represent the collective views or values of the 47 county governments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe wish to reiterate our deep disappointment in the statements by the Governor. [CoG] still maintain(s) that these sentiments are his personal remarks that do not reflect or represent the views and values of the Council of Governors. We therefore disassociate in toto and condemn these utterances which were untimely, reckless, and unspeakable \u2014 especially at this time of deep mourning,\u201d the Council stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The CoG also issued a formal apology to Odinga’s family, describing him as a national icon whose contribution to democracy and governance remains unparalleled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe Council of Governors extends its deepest apologies to the family of H.E. Rt. Hon. Raila Amollo Odinga, CGH, on behalf of the 47 County Governments, for the unfortunate remarks. We continue to mourn with the family during this difficult time and reaffirm our solidarity, respect, and support to them. The Council remains available to offer any assistance that may be required,\u201d the statement read.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Governor Abdullahi further urged all leaders across the political divide to exercise restraint and mindfulness in their public utterances, emphasizing that national cohesion must take precedence, especially during moments of grief.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn a country where political awareness runs high, leaders must exercise both caution and a deep sense of responsibility in their public utterances. As leaders, we must always be guided by the national values and principles of good governance as enshrined in our Constitution,\u201d the CoG Chairperson said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Council will convene in the coming days to elect a new Vice Chairperson to fill the position left vacant following Kahiga\u2019s removal.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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