Embu Governor, Cecily Mbarire, has condemned the use of live ammunition by the police that led to the death of two people during demonstrations held in Ishiara Town in Mbeere North Constituency by residents over deplorable state of Ishara Level 4 Hospital.
In her statement sent to media houses, Mbarire said such acts of use of excessive force, including live ammunition against unarmed demonstrators are unacceptable.
“I do not believe the situation warranted the level of force that resulted in this tragic outcome,” she stated in her statement.
Consequently, the governor called for immediate, thorough and independent investigations into the incident to ensure those responsible are held fully accountable for the “heinous act.”
She at the same time extended her condolences to the bereaved families, saying the incident was deeply regrettable and should have never occurred.
Mbarire also appealed to leaders not to politicize the matter and instead support efforts aimed at justice, accountability and lasting solutions.
In response to the public concerns over the status and service delivery at the facility, the governor noted that the health department had already by last week taken over the matter with a view of implementing immediate corrective measures.
Among the actions to be undertaken according to her was immediate cleaning of the facility and infrastructure interventions aligned with the 2025/2026 Financial Year.
She also said the Department had recommended immediate transfer of the facility medical superintendent, administrator and the laboratory-In-Charge in a bid to improve efficiency and service delivery.
Other leaders from the Embu who have also condemned the tragic incident include Senator Alexander Mundigi, MPs Gitonga Mukunji (Manyatta), Leornard Muthende (Mbeere North), Muchangi Karemba ( Runyenjes) and Njoki Njeru (Women Rep).
by Samuel Waititu
