Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko lied to Kenyans when he nominated controversial politician Miguna Miguna to the position of Nairobi Deputy Governor.
In a letter addressed to the Nairobi County Speaker Beatrice Elachi, Sonko said Miguna meets all the requirements.
“I hereby forward my nominee, Lawyer Miguna Miguna to undergo full vetting process and approval by the County Assembly for the position of Deputy Governor,” reads part of the letter.
It added: “The nominee meets all the requirements provided for in the Constitution, the Leadership and Integrity Act, the Elections Act and County Government Act.”
Article 78 (2) of the Constitution bars State officers from holding dual citizenship.
Governors and their deputies are listed as state officers.
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