Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro has expressed his surprise and confusion over his recent removal as the Chairperson of the powerful Budget and Appropriations Committee. Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, Nyoro stated that he was never given a reason for his ouster, nor was he consulted before the decision was made.
Nyoro, who was serving his second term as MP, was replaced by Alego Usonga MP Samuel Atandi, a member of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). His removal comes amid a broader shake-up in parliamentary leadership, which has seen allies of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua being sidelined from key positions.
“The position I held was a result of consultations. Before such a decision is made, extensive discussions must take place. However, I have not had any conversation, either directly or by phone, with any leader in our coalition regarding my removal,” Nyoro remarked.
Nyoro, previously seen as a close ally of President William Ruto, also disclosed that his last direct political conversation with the president took place before October last year. This revelation has sparked speculation about his current standing within the ruling coalition.
Despite his removal, Nyoro maintained a calm demeanor, expressing no bitterness toward those behind the decision. He emphasized that he holds no grudges and believes that harboring anger and hatred would only benefit his detractors.
“I don’t respond to evil with evil. I don’t want to assume I know better when I don’t. I also believe that anger and hatred are too heavy a burden for any leader to carry,” he said.
While he refrained from directly criticizing the government, Nyoro suggested that a leader’s work should speak for itself, referencing the legacy of former President Mwai Kibaki. “You don’t need to refer to what President Mwai Kibaki did in 2007, but if you go to Thika Road, you will see what he did,” he remarked.
Nyoro’s ouster raises questions about the internal dynamics within the ruling coalition and the shifting power structures in parliament. His next political move remains unclear, but his remarks suggest he is treading carefully in a rapidly evolving political landscape.
