CHAPTER THREE Setian
CHAPTER THREE Setian
CHAPTER THREE Setian
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3.1 Introduction
This chapter presents the methodology that was used to collect data for the study. It covers
the research design, target population, data collection procedure and data analysis methods.
A research design reflects the process that involves the overall assumptions of the research,
the method of data collection, and analysis. It is the roadmap for carrying out a research study
(Peter, 2007).
This study will adopt the descriptive survey design which is defined as a process of collecting
data in order to answer questions concerning the current status of the subjects in a study. This
approach is essential to the study in collecting data on behavior, attitudes, values and
Kombo (2011) define a population as objects, items or a group of individuals where samples
are taken to be measured. The researcher’s target population were Kiambu county executive
leaders.
The researcher also had a target population of Kiambu county residents both young and old
observation.
impeachment of Kenyan Governors with much emphasis on Kiambu county. The study used
The primary data was collected by use of semi-structured questionnaires and an interview
Secondary data involved the collection and analysis of published material and information
from sources like Kenya National Bureau of statistics, Parliament of Kenya and County
assembly website. Data is collected on an annual basis. Only relevant data that would meet