Meru's Political Power Play: DP Kindiki Promises More

Meru County's Political Representation: DP Kindiki Promises to Increase the Number of CSs and PSs Meru County, Kenya, May 11, 2025 – Deputy President Kindiki addressed a gathering in South Imenti, Meru County, highlighting the political representation from the region. He noted that Meru County currently has three Principal Secretaries, while other counties have only one each. This disparity, he explained, is due to past political struggles within the Mount Kenya region. "Meru iko na CS watatu, county zingine ziko na mojamoja!" declared DP Kindiki, emphasizing the unique situation of Meru. He named several Principal Secretaries from Meru, including Roselin Njoki and Patrick Kilemi, showcasing Meru's contribution to the national government. He further pledged to work towards increasing the representation of Meru County in the future. The speech comes at a time of significant political activity in Kenya, with ongoing discussions about equitable representation across different regions. DP Kindiki's commitment to Meru underscores the importance of regional representation in national governance. The address also touched upon the need for unity and a focus on development, rather than political squabbling, within Mount Kenya. His promise to address the imbalance offers a positive outlook for Meru County's future participation in national leadership.