Ferdinand Waititu

Ferdinand Waititu

politician Kenya

Ferdinand Waititu is a Kenyan politician who served as the Governor of Kiambu County from 2017 until his impeachment in January 2020. His tenure was marked by allegations of corruption and mismanagement, particularly in relation to public works and infrastructure projects. Waititu's governance came under intense scrutiny, leading to his eventual removal from office, and he has since been a subject of numerous investigations regarding the misuse of county funds.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
32,928
Power
65$
Sentiment
4.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Kenya 1 4.00 0.06% +0% 53,771,296 32,928 $106,000 65$
Totals 1 53,771,296 32,928 $106,000 65$
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Recent Mentions

Kenya Kenya: Ferdinand Waititu is a former Kiambu Governor who was convicted in a graft case and is currently appealing his sentence. 4

The Standard: Court frees Ex-Governor Waititu on Sh53m bond

Kenya Kenya: Former Governor Ferdinand Waititu was also removed after the Senate upheld his impeachment. 5

The Standard: Isiolo governor's fate in the hands of Senate

Kenya Kenya: Former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu has suffered a major blow after the High Court rejected his second attempt to be released on bail pending the determination of his appeal in a corruption case. 3

The Standard: Waititu to remain at Kamiti prison after court rejects second bail bid

Kenya Kenya: Ferdinand Waititu is noted as the predecessor of Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi in high-profile cases. 5

The Standard: Parties' registrar to get more funding ahead of 2027 polls

Kenya Kenya: Ferdinand Waititu leads the Farmers Party, which announced plans to exit the Kenya Kwanza alliance. 5

The Standard: My sacking was emotional, says Irungu Nyakera

Kenya Kenya: Ferdinand Waititu, also known as Baba Yao, was convicted for corruption and is currently serving a 12-year prison sentence. 3

The Standard: Baba Yao's quest for freedom, and why snake oil salesmen are hovering around