Also known as: Governor Guyo · Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo · incumbent Isiolo Governor · Mr Guyo · Governor Abdi Guyo
Isiolo Governor who has faced Senate summons over audit queries and impeachment attempts, with political rivals emerging for 2027.
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… 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 strikeThe 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 countyThe 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 beginsThe 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 countiesThe 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 bidThe 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 →
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 →