North Imenti MP Rahim Dawood has scoffed at attempts by a section of residents to recall him from office, dismissing the initiative as a pipe dream driven by political rivals.
A group of constituents, led by lawyer Kiogora Mugambi, has launched a signature collection campaign seeking to recall the legislator, accusing him of failing to deliver tangible development and betraying voters on key national issues.
Mugambi, speaking in Meru Town during the unveiling of the recall petition, claimed that residents are disillusioned with Dawood’s performance, particularly his support for the controversial Finance Bill 2024 and his role in the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
“I have traversed North Imenti, and the message from the electorate is clear — they want their MP recalled,” said Mugambi.
“He has failed to exercise his oversight role and has ignored the suffering of residents amid abductions, killings, and stalled national government projects.”
Citing Articles 97 and 98 of the Constitution, Mugambi said they aim to collect signatures from at least a third of registered voters before submitting the petition to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) for verification.
But MP Dawood has laughed off the move, terming it a smear campaign orchestrated by perennial losers and hired political guns.
“Do they even understand the constitutional grounds for a recall? Voting for the Finance Bill or supporting Gachagua’s impeachment doesn’t violate Chapter 6 of the Constitution,” he said in response.
Dawood, now in his third consecutive term, defended his record, citing extensive road projects in the constituency and a strong development track record compared to other Meru constituencies.
“What development are they talking about? Roads have been done in most parts of North Imenti. Or are they talking about roads to their homes?” he posed.
“Do they even understand the different responsibilities of the National and County Governments?”
He added that he consulted with constituents and local leaders before backing the Finance Bill 2024.
On the impeachment of Rigathi Gachagua, Dawood said it was a collective decision by Parliament and not his alone.
“I don’t do the development personally — that’s the work of ministries and agencies. My job is to represent, legislate, and oversee, which I have done faithfully,” he said.
The MP urged his supporters to ignore what he described as “cheap political theatrics” and remain focused on the development agenda.
“I am not worried. Let them try. The people of North Imenti know who works for them,” he concluded.
