Six newly elected MPs sworn in as Speaker orders induction of new members
The new MPs sworn in are Harrison Garama Kombe (Magarini), Ahmed Maalim Hassan (Banissa), Boyd Were Ong'ondo (Kasipul), David Athman Ndakwa (Malava), Leo wa Muthende Njeru (Mbeere North) and Moses Okoth Omondi (Ugunja). Photos/PBU
Six newly elected Members of Parliament were this afternoon sworn into office in the National Assembly, completing the transition following last week’s by-elections.
Those who took the oath are Harrison Garama Kombe (Magarini), Ahmed Maalim Hassan (Banissa), Boyd Were Ongondo (Kasipul), David Athman Ndakwa (Malava), Leo wa Muthende Njeru (Mbeere North) and Moses Okoth Omondi (Ugunja).
Their arrival restores representation in constituencies that had fallen vacant due to death or government appointments.
Magarini MP Harry Kombe was given first priority during the ceremony, with Speaker Moses Wetang’ula noting his return to Parliament after months outside the House.
Mr Kombe previously served as Magarini MP between 2022 and 2024 before losing an electionpetition.
His comeback in last week’s by-election was widely read as a reaffirmation of his grassroots strength at the Coast.
At exactly 2:45 pm, Kombe took the stand to be sworn in, accompanied by Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah and Minority Leader Junet Mohamed.
He also entered Parliament flanked by Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Sheriff Nassir, Kilifi Governor Gideon Mung’aro, PS Jacobs Fikirini and Kilifi Senator Justice Stewart Madzayo.
Mbeere North MP Leo wa Muthende Njeru was accompanied by UDA Chairperson and Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire and Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku.
His victory was celebrated as a strategic win for the ruling coalition in Embu County.
After administering the oath, Speaker Wetang’ula directed the Clerk of the National Assembly to organise a full induction for all newcomers.
“I have directed the Clerk to organise an induction of the new MPs and Harold Kipchumba,” the Speaker said.
The session will help them settle into the rhythm of parliamentary business.
Earlier in the day, Clerk Samuel Njoroge conducted a preliminary orientation at the Speakers’ Gardens, covering registration and bio-data collection, use of the Chamber system, a familiarisation tour of the precincts and a briefing on key legislative and procedural matters.
The new MPs now formally take up their seats, with extended induction and committee placements expected in the coming days as the House resumes its normal legislative schedule.
