The Senate Committee on Justice, Legal Affairs and Human Rights has issued a final summons to Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja, requiring him to appear before the committee on May 7, 2026.
This follows months of missed invitations, as the governor is said to have failed to honour earlier requests to attend the hearings for about seven months.
Committee chair Hillary Sigei warned that if Sakaja does not comply this time, the committee will take further steps, including directing Inspector General Douglas Kanja to facilitate his arrest and ensure he is presented before the committee.
The summons is linked to allegations of unlawful evictions that took place in Old Ngara in 2025. The issue was formally raised through a petition filed by nominated Senator Catherine Mumma, who asked the Senate to investigate the circumstances surrounding the evictions.
According to the petition, residents were removed from their homes in May and June 2025 despite the existence of a court order that was meant to stop such actions.
The claims presented to the committee describe a troubling situation. Some residents say there was forced entry into their homes during the eviction exercise, leading to the destruction and loss of personal property.
Others claim they were left without clear notice or enough time to prepare, raising concerns about how the process was carried out and whether proper procedures were followed.
Senators on the committee are now seeking direct answers from the governor regarding his administration’s role in the evictions.
They want clarification on whether the county government was involved, how the operations were conducted, and why a court order may have been ignored.
The committee has stressed that accountability is necessary, especially where the rights and property of residents are concerned.
The warning issued by the committee signals a more firm approach after months of delays. By placing the police on standby, senators have shown that they intend to ensure compliance with the summons.
The possible involvement of the Inspector General also points to the seriousness of the matter and the importance the Senate is placing on resolving it.
Attention will be on whether Sakaja will appear and respond to the concerns raised. His appearance is expected to shed more light on the events in Old Ngara and help determine the next steps, including whether further action will be taken based on the findings of the committee.
