“I will not resign from UDA. I'm supporting DCP on a matter of principle,” she said.
The legislator explained that calls for her resignation overlook the broader implications of triggering a by-election, especially with the 2027 General Election drawing closer.
She noted that conducting a by-election at this stage would amount to a waste of public resources that could be directed to more pressing national needs.
Maina emphasised that her support for DCP does not negate her current mandate as an elected leader under UDA, adding that her priority remains serving the people of Kirinyaga.
She argued that leadership should be anchored on values and conviction rather than party pressure.
According to the Woman Representative, political leaders should be allowed to express their positions on national issues without being compelled to relinquish their seats, particularly when their actions are driven by what they believe is right.
Her remarks come amid growing debate over party loyalty and political realignments, with some leaders facing pressure to either toe the party line or step down from their positions.
In Maina’s case, her decision to back DCP while remaining in UDA has sparked discussion on the boundaries of party affiliation and individual conviction.
She reiterated that her decision is not intended to undermine her party but to uphold principles she believes are in the best interest of the country.
At the same time, she called for a more measured approach to political disagreements, urging leaders to prioritise service delivery over partisan conflicts.
Maina also pointed out that the cost of organising a by-election runs into millions of shillings, funds she believes would be better utilised in addressing development needs within constituencies and across the country.