The statement, delivered during a public address to supporters and religious leaders, has injected a moral and spiritual dimension into an already contentious political dispute.
Wamatangi’s declaration comes amid growing controversy over a government-led enforcement operation that flattened several structures alleged to have been erected in violation of planning and land-use regulations.
While authorities have maintained that the demolitions were lawful and part of a broader crackdown on illegal developments, the governor has consistently argued that the action was selective, excessive, and politically motivated.
By invoking a prolonged fast, Wamatangi framed his grievance as a matter of justice rather than personal loss. He insisted that he was not seeking special treatment but demanding equal application of the law and due process.
According to the governor, fasting would be an act of conscience intended to draw national attention to what he described as the misuse of state power against elected leaders.
They argue that when institutional avenues appear compromised or unresponsive, moral action becomes a legitimate form of resistance.
The episode unfolds against the backdrop of intensifying political competition ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Kiambu County remains a strategic political battleground, and Wamatangi’s clash with the national government is widely seen as part of broader power realignments within Central Kenya.
His recent declaration that he will seek reelection despite mounting pressure has further amplified the stakes.
Religious leaders have urged calm and dialogue, calling on both the governor and the government to prioritize justice, transparency, and restraint.
They have warned that prolonged political standoffs risk deepening polarization and undermining public confidence in governance institutions.
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