Former Nairobi County Chief Officer Geoffrey Mosiria has alleged that Governor Johnson Sakaja is preparing a court case intended to have him jailed, escalating tensions between the two leaders following Mosiria’s dismissal from City Hall.
Mosiria made the claims in a statement shared on social media on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, shortly after the county government confirmed his removal from the position of Chief Officer for Public Participation, Citizen Engagement and Customer Service.
He claimed that he had received information suggesting a court case was being prepared against him, but did not provide publicly verified evidence to support the allegation. The governor’s response to this specific claim was not available in the reports reviewed.
Mosiria Accuses Sakaja of Sidelining Him
In his statement, Mosiria argued that his working relationship with Sakaja had deteriorated long before his formal dismissal.
He claimed that he effectively lost his responsibilities as an accounting officer on December 28, 2023, when his duties in the Health department were allegedly transferred to junior officers.
Mosiria further alleged that the budget for his former health docket was reduced from KSh 1.2 billion to KSh 100 million, making it difficult for him to carry out his responsibilities.
He linked the changes to his alleged refusal to participate in direct procurement arrangements that he claimed would favour individuals associated with the governor and county contractors.
These allegations have not been independently established. The county’s dismissal notice did not publicly confirm Mosiria’s claims about procurement or the reasons behind the dispute.
Former Chief Officer Recalls Court Dispute
Mosiria also referred to an earlier court case involving alleged contempt of court, which he claimed nearly resulted in a six-month jail term.
He alleged that the proceedings formed part of efforts to push him out of office, although the available reports did not independently establish that the case had been orchestrated for that purpose.
According to Mosiria, he was transferred to different departments during the period of strained relations with the governor. He said he continued participating in street operations and other activities because he wanted to remain useful to Nairobi residents despite what he described as reduced responsibilities.
He also complained of public criticism and attacks in official WhatsApp groups, claiming that his attempts to discuss his grievances with Sakaja were largely unsuccessful
Sakaja Removes Mosiria From County Position
The dispute intensified after Nairobi County announced administrative changes on October 21, 2026, confirming Mosiria’s removal from his chief officer position.
The notice was signed by Nairobi County Secretary and Head of Public Service Machel Waikenda. Zipporah Njeri Mwangi was assigned the role of acting Chief Officer for Public Participation, Citizen Engagement and Customer Service while retaining her existing responsibilities.
The announcement did not publicly provide a detailed explanation for Mosiria’s removal.
His departure followed several changes in his county assignments since his appointment after the 2022 General Election, including work in the Health and Environment departments before his move to the citizen engagement docket.
Mosiria’s 2027 Nairobi Governorship Ambitions
The disagreement has also attracted attention because Mosiria recently declared his intention to contest the Nairobi governorship in the 2027 General Election.
He has presented himself as a candidate focused on improving service delivery and addressing challenges facing the capital.
Mosiria said his interest in the governor’s seat was driven by calls from Nairobi residents and his desire to improve county systems. His dismissal has therefore added a new dimension to his political plans, although the county has not publicly established that his political ambitions were the reason for his removal.
The timing of the developments has raised questions about the relationship between the former chief officer and Sakaja as the next election approaches. However, the available evidence does not establish a direct connection between Mosiria’s political plans and the county’s decision.
What Happens Next?
Mosiria’s allegation that a court case is being prepared to have him jailed remains an unverified claim. Further information about any specific proceedings, evidence or response from the governor would be needed to clarify the matter.
The dispute highlights the growing public disagreement between t
wo figures who previously worked within the same county administration. It also comes as political conversations around Nairobi’s 2027 gubernatorial contest begin to intensify.
For now, Mosiria has made his allegations public, while the circumstances surrounding his dismissal and his claims about a possible court case remain matters requiring further clarification.
Any legal proceedings would need to be considered on their evidence and merits, rather than on allegations made by either side.
