Shocking Revelations: Why Governor Kimani Wamatangi Was Arrested

In a dramatic twist of events that has left Kiambu County and the nation in shock, Governor Kimani Wamatangi was arrested on Tuesday, 15th April, following a raid by officers from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC). The operation, part of a probe into a Sh1.5 billion fraud scandal, saw detectives storm the governor’s residence, where they reportedly recovered Sh12 million and $13,000 in cash.
But this arrest didn’t come out of nowhere—it seems the writing was already on the wall.
Just two days prior, on Sunday, Governor Wamatangi dropped a bombshell during a church service at St. Paul Nderi. In a bold address to the faithful, he declared himself a marked man—not for theft, but for standing against powerful interests. According to the governor, senior figures in government had tried to grab land belonging to the county, but he stood firm and refused. That, he claimed, is what started his troubles.
He went further to say that a plot was hatched to bring him down, involving Members of the County Assembly (MCAs), who were reportedly offered incentives and given timelines to impeach him. Now, just days later, his arrest is being seen by many as politically motivated.
Behind the Arrest: Political Friction or Corruption Crackdown?
Fresh allegations continue to emerge. Sources claim that Governor Wamatangi was recently pressured to participate in two high-profile Sunday fundraisers—one in Githunguri and another in Kiambaa. His name was allegedly added to event posters without his consent. He refused to attend, further fueling speculation that he was falling out of favor with certain political heavyweights.
Adding fuel to the fire, Wamatangi reportedly received an overwhelmingly positive reception during the president’s recent tour of Kiambu—a contrast to other leaders who were booed by the crowd. Chants of “Wamatangi kumi bila breaks!” rang through the air, much to the apparent discomfort of some senior figures in attendance.
To make matters more controversial, during one of the county’s events, the governor allegedly said, “The people of Kiambu will not entertain lies,” a statement some interpreted as a veiled jab at key national leaders.
Now, questions are swirling:
• Is Wamatangi’s arrest a genuine anti-corruption move, or is it retaliation for refusing to play ball with the so-called “system”?
• Was his growing popularity in Kiambu seen as a political threat?
Governor’s Message to Kiambu Residents
Following his arrest, Governor Wamatangi released a statement, urging calm:
“To the great people of Kiambu County, I urge you to remain calm and peaceful. We shall overcome. We will never give in to intimidation!!! I will be addressing the media shortly at the EACC Headquarters, Integrity House, Nairobi.”
As the saga unfolds, residents of Kiambu and Kenyans at large are watching closely, waiting to see whether this is a genuine pursuit of justice—or the latest chapter in a dark tale of political witch hunts and power plays.