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How Meru's 'perfect deputy' became the man who replaced his boss

By The Standard December 19, 2025

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How Meru's 'perfect deputy' became the man who replaced his boss

Before the bitter fallout with former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza,Isaac Mutumawas the perfect Deputy Governor, always at the beck and call of his boss.Mutuma, a Reverend in the Methodist Church in Kenya (MCK) and a son of the late Njuri Ncheke Supreme Council of Ameru elders Paul M'Ethingia, was a staunch defender and firm supporter of Ms Mwangaza.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekBold Reporting Takes Time, Courage and Investment. Stand With Us.Support Bold JournalismUnlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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Mutuma, a Reverend in the Methodist Church in Kenya (MCK) and a son of the late Njuri Ncheke Supreme Council of Ameru elders Paul M'Ethingia, was a staunch defender and firm supporter of Ms Mwangaza.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekBold Reporting Takes Time, Courage and Investment. Stand With Us.Support Bold JournalismUnlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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