A group of Nairobi lawmakers has called on Governor Johnson Sakaja and Members of the Nairobi County Assembly (MCAs) to sit and resolve grievances through dialogue instead of plunging the capital into another impeachment battle.

Speaking at a hotel in Nairobi, MPs Mark Mwenje (Embakasi West), Antony Oluoch (Mathare), and nominated Senators Karen Nyamu and Maureen Tabitha Mutinda commended President Ruto and Raila for their intervention in urging MCAs to drop the motion.

“We now call upon the Governor and the MCAs to spend the next 60 days engaging in dialogue, addressing the issues raised, and working for the great people of the city. Governor, make it work,” Senator Mutinda urged.

The leaders warned against repeating the chaos that followed the impeachment of former Governor Mike Sonko, which left Nairobi under interim leadership and the Nairobi Metropolitan Service (NMS).

“History has shown us, particularly with the impeachment of former Governor Mike Sonko, how such actions can destabilize a county for years. Nairobi was left under interim leadership and eventually the NMS, delaying meaningful development and disrupting service delivery,” insisted MP Oluoch.

Senator Nyamu emphasized that impeachment should not be used for political convenience but must be anchored on facts and the Constitution.

“In the Senate, whenever an impeachment matter is brought before us, we are guided by facts and the Constitution. Unfortunately, there have been instances where impeachment efforts have been driven by inadequate grounds, wasting valuable time and resources. This is not about Sakaja but Nairobi,” she said.

Mwenje, on his part, urged leaders to focus on development as the 2027 general election draws nearer.

“As leaders, we must now focus our energy on service delivery to the people. With just over a year and a few months to the next general election, Nairobians and Kenyans at large expect development, not endless political battles. We therefore call upon all leaders to put aside unnecessary wrangles, prioritize the needs of our people, and work together to build a stable and prosperous future for our counties and our nation,” said Mwenje.

The MPs stressed that the 60-day window should be used as an opportunity to iron out differences, warning that Nairobi—being the face of Kenya—cannot afford to stall development over political brinkmanship.