Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja./HANDOUTNairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja is now staring at possible arrest after failing, for the second time, to appear before a Senate committee probing alleged illegal evictions in the Old Ngara estate.
Senators had summoned Sakaja to respond to concerns over the eviction of tenants to pave way for the affordable housing programme, but he was a no-show on Thursday morning.
The Senate Justice, Legal Affairs and Human Rights Committee has now issued what it calls a final summons, ordering the governor to appear on May 7, 2026—nearly seven months after the matter was first raised.
The probe stems from a statement filed in October 2025 by Nominated Senator Catherine Mumma, who raised alarm over the alleged forcible eviction of six households from Old Ngara Estate on May 14 and June 18, 2025. The evictions are said to have taken place despite a conservatory court order issued on May 30, 2025 by Justice Mohamed N. Kullow.
Committee chair Hilary Sigei issued the final summons in firm language, warning that continued defiance would trigger enforcement action.
“We have written to the governor twice and waited seven months without so much as a reason for his absence. This committee will not be ignored,” Sigei said.
“This is the final summons. The governor must appear before us on May 7, 2026. If he fails to honour this summons, we will instruct the Inspector General of Police to facilitate his arrest and bring him before this committee. The days of treating Parliament with contempt are over.”
Nominated Senator Veronica Maina backed the hardline stance, insisting that compliance must be enforced.
“I am happy to support this resolution fully. It must be crystal clear that this is the final summons and that sanctions will follow. The Inspector General of Police should be put on notice to facilitate compliance just in case the governor does not show up. The residents of Old Ngara deserve answers,” she said.
The committee is investigating allegations contained in affidavits claiming that county officials, accompanied by unidentified individuals, broke into homes, ransacked property, looted valuables and forcibly evicted tenants while court orders were still in force.
Sakaja is expected to appear in person and also submit written responses to the committee.
Comments 0
Sign in to join the conversation
Sign In Create AccountNo comments yet. Be the first to share your thoughts!