Passaris changes tune, vows to defend Nairobi Women Rep seat in 2027
Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris has reaffirmed her decision to defend her seat in the 2027 General Election, months after saying she would step aside. Passaris made the latest declaration on Saturday, August 22, 2026, when she said she would seek another term as Nairobi County Woman Representative. “My name is Esther Muthoni Passaris, and […]
Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris has announced her intention to defend her seat in the 2027 General Election, reversing her previous stance. Initially, she had said she would step aside after two terms, citing the seat as an affirmative action position. However, she changed her mind in July 2026 after listening to Nairobi residents.
Passaris, who has held the position since 2017, reaffirmed her commitment to the role on August 22, 2026, stating, "My name is Esther Muthoni Passaris, and in 353 days, I will be defending my seat as the Nairobi County Woman Representative in the 2027 General Election." The decision comes after months of public statements suggesting she would not seek re-election, including encouragement for another woman, Senator Karen Nyamu, to take over.
Passaris has previously expressed her belief that it was time for another woman to lead Nairobi after completing her two terms.
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