Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo has extended an olive branch, urging leaders and residents to put political divisions behind them and refocus on development following the Senate’s decision to dismiss an impeachment motion against him.
The Senate threw out the motion on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, citing procedural flaws in how the County Assembly initiated the process.
In a social media statement the following day, Governor Guyo welcomed the ruling and stated reconciliation was imperative, adding the time had come to heal and shift efforts to building a stronger Isiolo.
“The Senate resolution serves as a powerful reminder of the need for unity, justice, and people-centred leadership,” he said. “It marks a time for healing and a renewed focus on serving Isiolo with integrity and inclusivity, reaffirming that truth has prevailed and that we must now move forward together.”
He acknowledged the ethnic and political diversity of Isiolo and urged residents to see each other as one people with shared goals.
“Isiolo’s diverse communities must embrace their shared identity and unity. Regardless of background, origin, or political affiliation, we are one people, brothers and sisters, bound by common dreams of peace, opportunity, and a better future,” his statement added.
Governor Guyo also appealed to all elected leaders, from MCAs to MPs and the Senator, to work collaboratively for the county’s progress.
“Our residents are looking to us for leadership, not division. Let us unite our efforts, channel our energy into service delivery, and ensure that every corner of Isiolo feels the impact of good governance. The time for blame and polarisation is over; the time for unity and progress is now.”
The impeachment motion brought by the County Assembly accused Governor Guyo of gross misconduct, abuse of office, and violations of constitutional and statutory provisions.
Among the allegations were claims that he stalled key development projects, missed revenue targets, and bloated the county executive by appointing 36 advisors and 31 chief officers despite Isiolo receiving the third-lowest revenue allocation nationally.
He was also accused of issuing two-year contracts to chief officers, a move the Assembly argued created uncertainty and fear within county operations.
