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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… Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo went further, predicting that Kindiki would become Kenya's sixth president after the 2027 election. …
Mt Kenya East leaders back DP Kindiki as region's 2032 presidential pathwayCitizen Digital
… He also cited affidavits allegedly sworn by Michael Otada, who moved the impeachment motion in the Nairobi County Assembly, and Abdi Guyo, who seconded it. …
Sonko cites new evidence in bid to reverse impeachment, insists he is eligible to vie in 2027Capital 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 SnubCapital 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 probeCitizen 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 yearsThe 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 GuyoCitizen 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 exportsThe 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 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 beginsAn 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 →