By Kyoneka Nanengwe.
In a move that has sent shockwaves through Kitui County’s political circles, a senior county minister and her chief officer were seen dancing and socializing with Speaker Kevin Kinengo, a known political rival of Governor Julius Malombe. The unexpected display of camaraderie has fueled speculation of growing divisions within the county administration.
Governor Malombe and Speaker Kinengo have been at loggerheads over governance issues, with tensions between the executive and the assembly frequently playing out in public. The governor’s allies have often accused the speaker of undermining the county’s development agenda, while Kinengo’s supporters argue that the assembly is merely performing its oversight role.
The minister’s public association with the speaker, seen by many as an act of defiance against Malombe’s leadership, has raised questions about loyalty within the governor’s cabinet. Political analysts suggest that this could signal deeper divisions within Malombe’s administration, potentially weakening his grip on power as he navigates county politics.
While some leaders downplayed the incident as a mere social interaction, others see it as a calculated move that could realign Kitui’s political landscape. “In politics, there are no coincidences. This is a clear indication that some members of Malombe’s government are shifting allegiance,” remarked a local political commentator.
As the political drama unfolds, it remains to be seen how Governor Malombe will respond to this perceived act of defiance. Will he move to assert his authority, or will this mark the beginning of a larger political realignment in Kitui County?
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