Former Parents' Boss to Appeal After He Was removed From Office

Former parents’ Association chairman, Nicholas Maiyo, says he will appeal Justice Hedwig Ong’udi’s decision that ordered him to vacate his office within seven days.

In his statement, Maiyo said his team will present enough evidence in the court that will prove Musau Ndunda’s interference in the management of the association.

“Musau Ndunda’s Association is called Kenya National Parents Association, representing universities, colleges, and private schools.

National Parents Association on the other hand represents public primary and secondary schools. We will use all evidence he filed against us in the past to prove to the court that we are not a team. It is quite clear that he is using this association for his gains and not for the interests of parents and students,” said Maiyo.

David Obuhatsa takes over from Nicholas Maiyo.

Maiyo further said the National Parents Association follows all guidelines provided by the ministry of education in terms of elections as opposed to his opponents.

“The ministry of Education guidelines state that elections should follow protocol beginning from classes, schools, sub-county, counties and finally nationals. We have adhered to all that and we are surprised how Ndunda’s team just emerged in the nationals. This shows that there is indeed interference in the association and we will get to the root of that,” added Maiyo.

Parents have been assured that the National Parents Association will work to ensure that justice prevails and the rightfully elected leader assumes office.

“We know parents have been complaining on all the social media platforms about the decision of the judges. I want all of you to remain calm as we head to the courts. We are sure that justice will be served and that we will continue representing your views, informing you of the developments in education as well as fostering cooperation between you, teachers, and the school management,” Maiyo said.

Maiyo has been serving as the NPA chairman for six years.