According to Magwanga, the deputy governor’s position is protected by the Constitution, and any attempt to limit his duties without legal justification is unlawful.
Magwanga further states that the alleged lockout has affected his ability to serve the residents of Homa Bay County.
He says his office plays a key role in supporting county operations, coordinating development projects, and assisting the governor in managing county affairs.
By denying him access, he claims that service delivery to residents could be negatively affected.
The deputy governor is now seeking legal intervention to compel Governor Wanga and the county administration to allow him to resume his duties.
He wants the court to declare the alleged lockout illegal and order that he be given full access to his office and all related responsibilities.
Magwanga insists that his case is not about personal differences but about protecting the constitutional structure of county leadership.
The dispute highlights growing political disagreements between the two leaders, who were elected together to run the county government.
Although both leaders have previously worked together on development programs, political observers say differences in leadership style and administration priorities may have contributed to the fallout.
Governor Wanga has not publicly responded in detail to the court case, but sources close to the county administration suggest that there may be internal disagreements over roles and management decisions.
Political analysts note that conflicts between governors and their deputies are not new in Kenya, with several counties experiencing similar leadership struggles in the past.
Legal experts say the case could set an important precedent on how disputes between governors and their deputies should be handled.
They note that while governors hold executive authority in counties, deputy governors are also elected leaders with clearly defined roles under the Constitution.