Purity Ngirici Ousted from Kenya Seed Board as Treasury CS John Mbadi Orders Immediate Removal

Treasury CS John Mbadi orders immediate removal of Purity Ngirici from Kenya Seed Company. Read her cryptic response and the political impact in Kirinyaga.

By: AXL Media

Published: May 1, 2026, 11:21 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from TUKO.co.ke

A Sudden Exit from the State Parastatal

The political landscape in Kenya witnessed a sharp shift on Friday, May 1, 2026, when Purity Wangui Ngirici was formally removed from her leadership role at the Kenya Seed Company Limited. The dismissal, which took effect immediately, ends her tenure as both a Director and the Chairperson of the board. This development comes at a sensitive time for the outspoken politician, who has recently intensified her efforts to secure the Kirinyaga gubernatorial seat in the upcoming elections.

The Legal Basis of the Treasury Directive

The removal was formalized through an official letter from Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi, addressed to the company's Managing Director, Sammy Chepsiror. The correspondence, dated April 30, 2026, anchored the decision on specific provisions within the Kenya Seed Company’s Articles of Association. Specifically, Mbadi cited Articles 80, 97, and 98, which govern the appointment and procedural removal of directors. Despite the heavy reliance on these legal frameworks, the Treasury provided no explicit justification for the termination of her contract before its scheduled expiry.

Cryptic Response Stirs Political Debate

Following the public disclosure of the Treasury’s letter, Ngirici took to social media to share the document with her followers. Accompanying the photo was the brief caption, "Yangu macho tu," a phrase that translates to "I am just watching." This restrained response has been widely interpreted by observers as an acknowledgment of the unfolding political maneuvers without direct confrontation. The post quickly became a focal point for debate, reflecting the polarized nature of Kenyan politics as figures realign themselves ahead of 2027.