Also known as: Governor Guyo · Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo · incumbent Isiolo Governor · Mr Guyo · Governor Abdi Guyo
Isiolo Governor facing Senate summons for audit query non-compliance and targeted for removal by Borana community candidate.
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The Standard
… Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo, Kanu chairman Gideon Moi, Isiolo Senator Fatuma Dullo and Woman Representative Mumina Bonaya on Thursday called for urgent action by the Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and the Inspector General of police Douglas Kanja, to restore security …
Leaders demand action as Isiolo bandit attack claims five livesThe Standard
… In a joint call on Thursday, September 17, Governor Abdi Guyo, Senator Fatuma Dullo and woman representative Mumina Bonaya demanded urgent government intervention to restore security in the area. …
Leaders demand security crackdown after Isiolo bandit killingsCapital News
… Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo condemned the Gotu attack, describing the loss of lives as “deeply saddening and unacceptable.” Guyo said recurring bandit attacks were creating fear, disrupting livelihoods and undermining peace in local communities. …
Two police officers among five killed in Isiolo bandit attackThe Standard
… The attack has triggered renewed calls for stronger security measures in the area, with residents and local leaders expressing concern over the recurring loss of lives and livestock.Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo condemned the incident, describing the deaths as “deeply saddening and u …
Two police officers among five killed in Isiolo bandit attackThe Standard
… The leaders including Governor Abdi Guyo want herders from outside Isiolo who are in Kom and Gotu areas to be evicted. …
Five killed as bandits ambush police search team in IsioloThe Standard
… Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo also condemned the killings, describing the incident as “deeply saddening and unacceptable.” Stay informed. …
Gideon Moi calls for urgent security action after five killed in Isiolo attackThe Standard
… Kagwe was accompanied by Livestock Development Principal Secretary Jonathan Mueke and Isiolo County Secretary Dade Boru who represented Governor Abdi Guyo. …
Kagwe launches electronic livestock identification system, vaccination in IsioloThe Standard
The Senate County Public Accounts Committee (SCPAC) has re-invited Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja to appear before it to explain why he has not arrested Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo and presented him before the Committee. …
IG Kanja under fire from senators for failing to arrest Isiolo GovernorThe Standard
… The group also declared their support for the re-election bid of Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo and Isiolo North MP Joseph Samal, saying they had demonstrated their commitment to the development of the county.They said the two leaders deserve another opportunity to continue implementi …
Isiolo youth call for political tolerance ahead of electionsCitizen Digital
… Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo joined the succession campaign, declaring that Prof Kindiki would become Kenya’s sixth president after the 2027 election. …
DP Kindiki is our sure pathway to power, Mt. Kenya East leaders sayAn armed bandit attack in Gotu, Isiolo County killed five people—two police officers, a National Police Reservist, and two civilians—while pursuing cattle theft suspects. Political leaders including the Governor and Senator called on the Interior Cabinet Secretary and Inspector General to intensify security operations in the area.
18 September 2026 · The Standard →
An armed bandit attack in Gotu, Isiolo County killed five people—two police officers, a National Police Reservist, and two civilians—while pursuing cattle theft suspects. Political leaders including the Governor and Senator called on the Interior Cabinet Secretary and Inspector General to intensify security operations in the area.
18 September 2026 · The Standard →
Isiolo leaders have condemned a bandit attack that killed five people, including two police officers, a National Police Reserve member, and two civilians, in Gotu on Wednesday, and demanded urgent government intervention to restore security in the area.
17 September 2026 · The Standard →
Five people, including two Anti-Stock Theft Unit officers and a National Police Reserve member, were killed when armed bandits ambushed a security team pursuing suspected livestock thieves in Gotu, Isiolo County on Wednesday. The attack has heightened concerns over cattle rustling and banditry in the region.
16 September 2026 · Capital News →
Two Anti-Stock Theft Unit officers, a National Police Reserve member, and two civilians were killed after an armed group ambushed a team pursuing suspected livestock thieves in Gotu, Isiolo County on Wednesday morning. The attack has prompted renewed calls for stronger security measures in the area.
16 September 2026 · The Standard →
Bandits ambushed a police search team at Gotu grazing field in Isiolo County on Wednesday, killing five people: two police officers (a senior officer and a constable driver), a livestock farmer, and two National Police Reservists. The team had been searching for a missing elderly man when they were attacked near the Lososia-Merti and Gotu-Merti road junction.
16 September 2026 · The Standard →
KANU chairman Gideon Moi has called for immediate government intervention and security deployment in Gotu, Isiolo County, after five people—two ASTU police officers, a National Police Reserve member, and two civilians—were killed in a bandit ambush on Wednesday. The group was pursuing suspected livestock thieves when attacked, with assailants also stealing livestock; Moi urged security agencies to work with local leaders to restore calm and prevent retaliation.
16 September 2026 · The Standard →
Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has launched the Animal Identification and Traceability System (Anitrac) in Isiolo, an electronic tagging initiative to enable identification and traceability of livestock for export compliance and to combat livestock theft.
11 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Senate County Public Accounts Committee has re-invited Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja to explain why the National Police Service has not arrested Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo and produced him before the Committee.
8 September 2026 · The Standard →
Youth operating under Jeshi Ya Lami in Isiolo have called for political tolerance, peaceful campaigns, and accountability from leaders ahead of next year's General Election, urging voters to assess leaders' performance records rather than rhetoric.
7 September 2026 · The Standard →
Leaders from Meru, Embu, Tharaka Nithi, and Isiolo Counties declared that Mount Kenya East will seek the presidency in 2032, with Deputy President Kithure Kindiki as their preferred candidate, while supporting President William Ruto's re-election in 2027. The leaders said UDA would remain in the ruling party and called for Mount Kenya West to reciprocate the political support the region has provided over the years.
4 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Leaders from Meru, Embu, Tharaka Nithi and Isiolo counties have declared that Mount Kenya East will make a bid for the presidency in 2032, backing Deputy President Kithure Kindiki as their preferred candidate, while pledging support for President William Ruto's re-election in 2027.
4 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has launched a fresh bid to reverse his impeachment, citing new evidence and a recent East African Court of Justice ruling. He maintains that a 2022 High Court ruling allowing him to vie for office has never been overturned and that he remains eligible to contest any political seat in the 2027 General Election.
29 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Senate County Public Accounts Committee has resolved to direct the Inspector General of Police to arrest and produce Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo before senators on August 6, accusing him of repeatedly defying summons to explain audit queries after he skipped a Monday session and sent a last-minute reschedule request.
27 July 2026 · Capital News →
Angelina Kananu was shot dead in Isiolo Town on Monday night as she closed her business, with assailants on a motorcycle fleeing the scene. Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo has called for urgent investigation and swift arrest of those responsible.
21 July 2026 · Capital News →
The Isiolo International Export Abattoir has completed a successful trial run and is ready for official commissioning after 17 years of construction. The facility, jointly funded by national and county governments at approximately KSh 1 billion, can process up to 2,900 animals per eight-hour shift and is designed to export-standard specifications.
19 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Senate County Public Accounts Committee has directed Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja to arrest and produce Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo for failing to honour summons.
10 July 2026 · The Standard →
The government is set to operationalize the Isiolo Export Abattoir, which stalled for 16 years after construction began. The facility, valued at approximately Ksh.1 billion and redesigned to meet export standards, can accommodate 2,400 sheep, 300 cattle, and 100 camels daily, and is intended to enhance value addition and Kenya's competitiveness in regional and international meat export markets.
1 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union has extended the doctors' strike in Isiolo County, now in its 17th day, demanding the county government settle outstanding salary arrears and remit statutory deductions including Social Health Authority contributions, loan repayments, and National Social Security Fund contributions that have not been remitted for more than three months.
20 June 2026 · The Standard →
Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo said his administration has initiated development projects in all electoral wards over the last four years and pledged further investment in vocational training centres and student bursaries to support technical skills development.
1 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Karayu clan, the largest among the Borana community, has identified Mohamed Roba Qoto, Speaker at Isiolo County Assembly, as their candidate for the Isiolo gubernatorial seat against incumbent Abdi Guyo. The Borana Council of Elders will review Qoto and candidates from other clans, including Nuh Mohamed Ibrahim from the Dambe-Nono clan.
20 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Off-Grid Solar Access Project (KOSAP) has begun construction of 114 solar mini-grids in 14 underserved counties, targeting over 300,000 villagers and costing Sh9.4 billion. The mini-grids will use solar PV technology with battery storage to power residential, institutional, and commercial enterprises, as well as boreholes for water supply, as part of government efforts to ensure all Kenyans have electricity access by 2030.
17 May 2026 · The Standard →
Isiolo Woman Rep Mumina Bonaya has criticised leaders behind the failed impeachment attempt against Governor Abdi Guyo, accusing them of undermining service delivery and creating political instability. She described the impeachment attempt as chaotic and unnecessary, and stated her continued support for the governor.
5 May 2026 · The Standard →