Former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu has suffered a major setback after a court handed him a 13-year prison sentence or the option of paying a Sh21 million fine in a case linked to the loss of public funds.
The decision brings to a dramatic close one of the corruption cases that has kept many Kenyans, especially residents of Kiambu County, watching closely for years.
Waititu, who once controlled the affairs of one of Kenya's richest counties, appeared in court alongside his wife, Susan Wangari, as the long-running case reached its final stage.
For many Kiambu residents, the verdict marks a significant moment, considering Waititu rose from local politics to become governor before finding himself battling serious allegations in court.
The case revolved around claims of financial misconduct involving Sh588 million, an amount that attracted attention from anti-corruption agencies and sparked intense public debate over how taxpayer money is managed by leaders entrusted with public office.
With the sentence now delivered, the ruling is likely to reignite conversations about integrity in leadership and the consequences facing officials found guilty of financial crimes.
The outcome also sends a strong message as authorities continue pursuing corruption-related cases involving former and current public servants across the country.
Waititu's political journey, once defined by electoral victories and influence in Kiambu, will now be remembered alongside the legal troubles that ultimately led to his conviction.
As discussions continue across political circles and among ordinary Kenyans, many will be watching closely to see what happens next in the aftermath of a case that has remained in the national spotlight for a long time.
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