Nairobi’s political corridors are simmering with tension, and the drama unfolding at City Hall could rival a soap opera.
According to a post on X by blogger Maverick Aoko on January 2, Deputy Governor James Njoroge Muchiri and Governor Sakaja Johnson are reportedly at loggerheads over claims of betrayal involving Muchiri’s girlfriend, Joy Kagiri. Word on the street is that Sakaja has been romantically linked to Kagiri, sparking a bitter fallout between the two leaders.
Nairobi Gov Johnson Sakaja. Photo: Sakaja Johnson Source: Facebook
The feud is now more than just whispers. Insiders say Muchiri, who has largely kept a low profile since taking office, is furious and feels deeply betrayed.
He has allegedly sworn to retaliate against Sakaja, accusing him of disrespecting both their professional relationship and his personal life. This fiery dispute has cast a shadow over their leadership at a time when Nairobi residents need stability, not drama.
But let’s backtrack for context. Muchiri, a former Absa Bank executive, according to Maverick Aoko’s claim, recently left his wife to be with Kagiri, a much younger woman.
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja during a past church service. Photo: The Star Source: Facebook
This move raised eyebrows, especially since Kagiri is rumored to be close in age to Muchiri’s sons. While this personal decision was already controversial, it’s now become city gossip after allegations surfaced of Kagiri’s involvement with Sakaja.
City Hall insiders describe an atmosphere charged with anger and suspicion. Muchiri, who had previously been accused of being too quiet as Deputy Governor, is now at the center of a storm he cannot ignore.
Meanwhile, Sakaja’s reputation as a charismatic leader is being tested by these personal and professional allegations.
As the drama spills into the public eye, Nairobi residents are left wondering: how did the city’s top leaders let their personal lives overshadow their duties? For now, City Hall is not just a seat of power—it’s the city’s most scandalous battleground.
