Susan Kihika returns to Kenya after months abroad

Nakuru County Governor Susan Kihika is back in the country after more than five months abroad.

Kihika, who welcomed her twin babies while in the United States, hosted colleagues who she said had come to officially welcome her and the children back home.

“Truly blessed and overwhelmed with gratitude. Was deeply humbled and honored to receive a warm visit from my dear friends who came to welcome me home and celebrate the arrival of my twin babies,” said Kihika in a post on Facebook.

Adding: “Your love, prayers, and presence mean the world to me and my family. Thank you for standing with me in this special season of double blessings.”

Kihika’s absence had sparked uproar both on the ground and online, with Kenyans demanding accountability from leaders who 'neglect' their duties and travel abroad.

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A petition was even sent to US President Donald Trump, demanding her deportation so she could return and resume her work.

Throughout her time away, Kihika continued to post updates on ongoing developments and county projects via her social media pages, raising questions on whether governance had become a remote job.

However, several leaders came to her defence, stating that she was on maternity leave and entitled to take time off during that season.