Embattled Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has said he is ready to argue his case in court.
In a statement shared on his Facebook page, the governor said he has gone through the DPP's statement and is convinced that the allegations against him are nothing but lies.
He said he is ready for the legal showdown that lies in wait, and denied that he was on the run when detectives pounced on him on Friday in Voi, Taita Taveta county.
"Today morning, l learned of the arrest order issued by the Director of Public Prosecution Noordin Haji against me and other officers in my administration.
"I want to confidently state from the onset that I am more than ready for the lawful course that will help us know the truth.As your leader, and an elected governor, l believe in total accountability, especially when it comes to management of public resources," Sonko's statement read in part.
"I stand for justice and I am more than ready for the court process where I will unleash my armory against these conspirators. As a matter of fact, my quest for justice that puts EACC on the spot over land grabbing will remain on course.The facts will soon come out and you the public will make the right judgement, " he added.
He is expected to be arraigned in court to face the charges against him.