Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris has broken her silence after a petition to recall her was formally filed.
In a statement on July 29, 2025, Esther Passaris said she would not inherit the burden of enmity or be dragged into battles that do not serve the best interests of her constituents.
“Those who want my seat must show what they can offer, not attempt to destroy what I’ve built. True leaders rise by lifting others, not by pulling them down,” she stated.
“I stand firmly with President William Ruto because leadership is about progress, not personal grudges.”
Passaris Speaks After Petition to Recall Her Is Filed
Additionally, the Woman Representative stressed that leadership should not be about tearing others down but about building a better future.
She added that her Public Order Bill is rooted in the values of protecting lives, maintaining order, and ensuring that freedom does not spiral into chaos.
A group of four young Kenyans formally filed a petition to recall Passaris, setting in motion a potentially unprecedented political process in the country.
Petition Filed
Among the eight detailed allegations, the petitioners claim Passaris undermined peaceful protest and public participation, aligned herself with executive overreach, failed to advocate for Nairobi women during instances of police brutality, spread disinformation, and declined to account for public funds.
She further shared a quote from Nelson Mandela, stating:
“One of the mistakes which some political analysts make is to think that their enemies should be our enemies.”
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While the group seeks to challenge Passaris’ tenure, they say their broader goal is to inspire civic engagement and remind Kenyans of their democratic power.
“This is not just about Esther Passaris,” said Mabonga.
“This is a wake-up call for the Kenyan citizen to realize the power they have, If the leaders they elected aren’t representing their interests, then the best process before the next election is to initiate a recall.”
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Law on Recalling Women Rep
According to Kenyan law, an elected Women Representative can be recalled after serving for at least two years and before the last year of their term.
If the IEBC finds the petition valid, the petitioners must gather at least 750,000 verified signatures, representing 30% of Nairobi’s 2.5 million registered voters.
Additionally, they must secure 15% of signatures from at least half of the city’s wards.
Should the petition meet all conditions, IEBC would be required to notify the Speaker of the National Assembly, who must then organize a recall election within 90 days.
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