- Apparently Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru will not leave the Political Struggle recently, even after the end of her post
- He hinted to run for the senatorial seat in the 2027 general election, joining the growing list of county officials who moved from the Council of Governors (COG) to Senate
- Governor in Kenya has been limited to two years of 10 years; Waiguru was first elected as governor in 2017, and became the second governor of Kirinyaga
Governor of Kirinyaga Anne Waiguru He has proposed his plan to remain in electoral politics even after his term of office is completed.
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Waiguru was first elected as governor in 2017, and became the second governor of Kirinyaga after inheriting the first governor, Joseph Ndathi.
In Kenya, governors are allowed to serve for two ten years each, after which they are not allowed to run for the seat.
What seat Anne Waiguru is focusing on 2027?
Speaking on Friday, September 12, the county leader expressed his intention to remain in electoral politics.
He suggested running for the senatorial seat in the 2027 elections.
Waiguru warned his opponents, telling them that they would not stop him from going to the Senate.
However, he indicated that he would conduct a detailed consultation before making the final decision on running for the Kirinyaga senatorial seat.
“If I come to pray for another seat 2027, you will choose me? We will look at the situation and decide. Said Waiguru.
If he continues his new goal and succeeds, he will join the list of former governors who have entered the Senate.
What governors have ever been governors?
Senator of Uasin Gishu Jackson Mandago And Mandera Ali Roba entered the Senate in 2022 after completing their term as governors.
Waiguru are among the members of the Council of Governors (COG) who serve their second and final semester at the moment.
Others are Nyeri Kahiga, Wilber Otichilo (Vihiga), Kenneth Lusaka (Bungoma), Hilary Barkok (Bomet), Benjamin Cheboi (Baringo), Simon Kachapin (West Pokot) and Julius Malombe of Kitui.
Waiguru has served as COG chairman, and is the first woman to hold the post, for two consecutive terms after being elected in 2022 and re -elected in 2023.
Anne Waiguru’s performance record
He has often boasted a record of his performance for the period he served as the Governor of Kirinyaga.
Always, he has been noting the development of his government in key sectors including health, agriculture, education, business, infrastructure, and plans to empower women and youth.
On one occasion in Kutus, the county leader cited a successful completion of many development projects, such as the establishment of modern health facilities, marketing, and evolution of urban areas through the construction of stone roads.
Waiguru emphasized that agricultural production has increased significantly, resulting in three times the increase in farmers’ revenue.
He also noted that the ongoing construction of the industrial city of Sagana is a major economic step for the county.
In the health sector, he showed that all 74 county health institutions, including dispensaries, have been improved digital, which has improved service delivery and increased access to treatment.
Type of Leader Waiguru who suggested Kirinyaga
The county leader recently advised Kirinyaga voters to elect a person with a heart to provide services as his successor.
Speaking during a congratulatory and prayer ceremony on September 4, at Kirinyaga County headquarters in Kutus, Waiguru urged residents to seek God’s guidance in electing future leaders.
He explained that he wished his successor not only to compare but to cross his achievements and continue to push for progress forward after his term ended.
Waiguru emphasized the importance of building up the progress made during his leadership and urged citizens to focus on capable leadership.
He also urged members of his county executive council who think of future public or private leadership positions, to continue to focus on their current responsibilities rather than disrupted by political ambitions by the 2027 elections.
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