Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki has been elected the new chairman of the Council of Governors (CoG), taking over leadership of the lobby that brings together all 47 county governors in Kenya.
The announcement was made on Monday, October 12, 2026, marking Njuki’s elevation to the leadership of the influential body that represents county governments and champions devolution.
As chairman, Njuki is expected to lead the governors in engaging the national government on issues affecting counties, including resource allocation, implementation of devolution, and improved service delivery.
The Council of Governors provides a platform for county governments to consult, coordinate their activities, and articulate common positions on matters affecting the devolved units.
Njuki’s election comes at a time when counties continue to seek adequate funding to meet their responsibilities and improve services to residents.
His leadership will be closely watched as governors pursue stronger intergovernmental relations and push for the full implementation of devolution.
Editor’s note: The election details and any additional information about Njuki’s priorities should be confirmed through an official Council of Governors' announcement before publication.