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In a gazette notice issued on Friday, August 7, 2026, IEBC Chairperson Erastus Ethekon said Onyango’s clearance followed a High Court ruling delivered on July 30, which dismissed a petition challenging his nomination.
At the moment, the President nominates the deputy governors of the Central Bank of Kenya and forwards the names to both the Senate and the National Assembly under the framework of the Parliament. The two Houses then carry out joint approval hearings and later prepare a joint report that is debated in both chambers.
Magwanga announced his resignation during a media address on Thursday, February 26, 2026, bringing to an end a working relationship that had been under strain for months.
Homa Bay Deputy Governor Oyugi Magwanga has accused the governor of unlawfully locking his office, the County Secretary’s office, and the Payroll Management office, in what he terms a direct attack on his authority.
Article 181 sets out the grounds for removal, which include gross violation of the Constitution or any law, abuse of office or misconduct.
His death on September 2, 2025, was confirmed by Governor Anne Waiguru, who praised Njiri as a leader committed to service, knowledge, and enterprise.