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Abdi Guyo

Also known as: Governor Guyo · Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo · incumbent Isiolo Governor · Mr Guyo

Isiolo Governor facing Senate directive for arrest over defying audit summons and failing to appear before committee on multiple occasions.

2026-05-052026-07-28

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  1. July 2026
  2. Capital News

    NAIROBI, Kenya, July 27 – The Senate County Public Accounts Committee (CPAC) has escalated its standoff with Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo, resolving to seek his arrest after accusing him of repeatedly defying summons to explain audit queries and frustrating Parliament’s oversight ro

    IG Kanja Directed to Arrest Governor Guyo Over Audit Snub
  3. Capital News

    Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo has demanded an urgent investigation and the swift arrest of those behind the killing.

    Isiolo businesswoman shot dead in suspected targeted attack as governor demands swift probe
  4. Citizen Digital

    The county government, led by Governor Abdi Guyo, was praised for accelerating the completion of the project.

    Isiolo export abattoir ready for commissioning after 17 years
  5. The Standard

    Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo and his Deputy James Lowasa during Madaraka Day celebrations at Malkagala trading centre in Cherab sub-county, on June 1, 2026.

    Senate directs Inspector General of Police to arrest Governor Guyo
  6. Citizen Digital

    Kipronoh Ronoh and Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo held a meeting on Tuesday, with the aim of commissioning the project with significant changes to meet the required export guidelines.

    Isiolo export abattoir set for operationalization as gov’t eyes growth in livestock exports
  7. June 2026
  8. The Standard

    He further revealed that national KMPDU officials had unsuccessfully sought a meeting with Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo in Nairobi to discuss the doctors’ grievances.The union maintained that the strike would remain in force until the county government addresses the doctors’ demands

    No Pay, no work: Isiolo doctors extend strike
  9. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeIsiolo Governor Abdi Guyo and his Deputy James Lowasa during Madaraka Day celebrations at Malkagala trading centre in Cherab sub-county, on June 1, 2026.

    Guyo pledges to ensure equitable development in Isiolo county
  10. May 2026
  11. The Standard

    d Roba Qoto, holding a ceremonial walking stick, is endorsed by the Karayu clan for the Isiolo gubernatorial seat ahead of the upcoming elections. [Ali Abdi, Standard] The process to identify a candidate from the Borana community to run against incumbent Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo

    Process to identify Borana candidate to challenge Isiolo Governor Guyo begins
  12. The Standard

    The Kipsing Mini-Grid Project is expected to provide electricity to about 327 households and seven non-residential consumers, including schools, places of worship and government institutions.Present during the launch were Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo, County MP Mumina Bonaya and her

    Government launches construction of 114 solar mini grids in 14 counties
  13. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeIsiolo Woman Rep Mumina Bonaya has launched a scathing attack against leaders behind the failed impeachment attempt against Governor Abdi Guyo, accusing them of working to undermine service delivery in the county.

    Isiolo Woman Rep criticises leaders behind Guyo's failed impeachment bid

Yesterday

  1. Senate committee directs police to arrest Isiolo Governor Guyo

    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

Tuesday 21 July

  1. Isiolo businesswoman killed in suspected targeted motorcycle attack

    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

Sunday 19 July

  1. Isiolo export abattoir ready for commissioning after 17 years

    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

Friday 10 July

  1. Senate orders police to arrest Isiolo governor over missed summons

    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

Wednesday 1 July

  1. Isiolo export abattoir set for operationalization after 16-year delay

    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

Saturday 20 June

  1. Isiolo doctors extend strike over unpaid salaries

    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

Monday 1 June

  1. Isiolo Governor promises equitable county development across wards

    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

Wednesday 20 May

  1. Borana community begins selecting candidate against Isiolo Governor Guyo

    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

Sunday 17 May

  1. Government launches 114 solar mini-grids across 14 counties

    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

Tuesday 5 May

  1. Isiolo Woman Rep attacks leaders behind failed governor impeachment

    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

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