Magarini parliamentary aspirant Furaha Chengo Ngumbao has formally resigned from the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), citing frustration over what he described as systemic inefficiencies and lack of support from key party officials.
In a statement dated September 29, 2025, Ngumbao announced his immediate exit from the party, where he served as a member of the National Executive Committee (NEC).
Chengo expressed appreciation for the party leader, whom he praised for “unwavering commitment to our ideals and vision,” but reserved sharp criticism for the National Elections Board (NEB) and the Secretary-General (SG).
He accused the two organs of creating an environment where aspirants and members of the NEC were left to operate without guidance or meaningful input.
“My experience with the National Elections Board (NEB) and the Secretary-General (SG) has been profoundly disappointing. The persistent lack of communication, disregard for grassroots concern and failure to provide clear directives have created an environment where aspirants like myself are left to navigate critical issues without guidance or support,” Ngumbao stated.
He went on to explain what he described as “opaque decision-making processes” and “the marginalization of NEC members in key deliberations,” warning that such practices had eroded his confidence in the party’s ability to function effectively.
According to him, these issues not only hindered his work but also compromised his capacity to represent his constituents.
Ngumbao called for reforms within the party, urging DCP’s leadership to prioritize transparency, inclusivity, and accountability if it is to remain relevant in Kenya’s evolving political landscape.
“Our party’s success depends on the active engagement and trust of its members, and I fear that without meaningful reforms, we risk alienating the very people we aim to serve,” he warned.
He stated that he could no longer serve in a position where his work was consistently frustrated.
"This decision has not been taken lightly, but I can no longer continue in a role where my efforts are undermined by systemic inefficiencies and a lack of support from key party officials," Chengo said.