National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah has issued a strong warning to impeach Labour Cabinet Secretary Florence Bore, accusing her of defying the directives of Speaker Moses Wetang'ula.

Members of the National Assembly have rallied behind Ichung'wah's stance, expressing their disappointment with CS Bore's actions.

On Wednesday Ichung'wah led the MPs in condemning CS Bore for her failure to appear before the house despite receiving two invitations from the Speaker.

He asserted that Bore's actions demonstrated contempt towards the National Assembly and its leadership, highlighting that she was vetted and endorsed by the very Members of Parliament whom she allegedly defied.

"I will not stand before my colleagues and defend a Cabinet Secretary of government who has blatantly defied the directives of the leadership of this house," Ichung'wah emphasized.

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He further expressed frustration at the rescheduling of Bore's appearance, which was met with further non-compliance.

According to Ichung'wah, Bore's defiance was evident in a letter she sent to the Speaker, where she cited other commitments outside Nairobi as her reason for not attending the session.

He criticized the letter, deeming it disrespectful to the House, and called for more comprehensive answers from the Executive, including President William Ruto.

Support for Ichung'wah's sentiments came from Minority Leader Opiyo Wandayi, who echoed the concerns about Bore's attitude towards Members of Parliament.

Wandayi stated that he had received multiple reports of Bore disregarding MPs, and he vowed to pursue the appropriate legal action.

"I will be the first person to second a motion of impeachment against CS Bore since what she has done is a gross misconduct not just to the National Assembly but also against the people of Kenya who employed her," Wandayi affirmed.

Adding to the growing chorus of discontent, Budalangi MP Raphael Wanjala accused Bore of fomenting another scandal.

He highlighted specific allegations, including an incident in Karen, and promised a fierce impeachment process to hold her accountable.

"There are a number of allegations against this particular Cabinet Secretary, including something that happened in Karen. We now know what really happened against one of our own," Wanjala declared.

"We will defend our responsibility, including calling on MPs to force her out of office for defying the orders and invitation of the Speaker."

The threats of impeachment by the National Assembly against CS Bore underscore the escalating tensions between the legislative and executive branches of the government.

The MPs, led by Majority Leader Ichung'wah, are demanding accountability and adherence to the directives issued by Speaker Wetang'ula.

CS Bore's office has yet to issue an official response to the threat of impeachment, leaving the nation awaiting further developments.

As the situation unfolds, all eyes will be on President William Ruto and the executive branch, as the fate of the Cabinet Secretary hangs in the balance.