In a strong show of commitment to listening to the people, former Deputy President of Kenya hosted a consultative meeting with elected Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) from Nakuru County at his Wamunyoro Residence in Nyeri. The gathering served as a platform to discuss the socioeconomic challenges facing the county and prioritize solutions that align with the needs of the common mwananchi.
Listening to the People
The former Deputy President emphasized that the people are the ultimate custodians of power, as enshrined in the Constitution. "I continue to listen to the people as they are the ultimate owners of the power," he noted.
The MCAs, being the closest elected representatives to the electorate, presented critical issues affecting the county. Their insights, rooted in day-to-day interactions with the grassroots, reflect the pulse of the common wananchi.
Key Issues Discussed
The consultative meeting revolved around several pressing issues, including:
- Socioeconomic challenges facing Nakuru County.
- The priority needs of Wanjiku—the everyday citizen.
- Strategies to address grassroots concerns and improve service delivery.
The leader stressed his commitment to engaging with leaders across all levels, from grassroots to national, to build a comprehensive understanding of Kenya’s economic situation and chart a way forward.
Comprehensive Representation
The meeting brought together an impressive delegation of Nakuru’s leadership, including Nakuru-based MP Hon. Jayne Kihara and 25 MCAs from various wards:
- Naivasha Constituency: Simon Kamau (Kihingo Ward), Stanley Karanja (Naivasha East), Michael Gathanwa (Eburru Mbaruk), Eliud K. Chege (Maai Mahiu), and Mbugua Alex (Lake View).
- Biashara Ward: Elija Mwaura.
- Elementaita Ward: George Nene.
- Lare Ward: Philip Wanjohi.
- Lanet Umoja Ward: Mwangi Ngarama.
- Kiamaina Ward: Paul Waweru Warege.
- Subukia Ward: Isabella Makori.
- Kabatini Ward: Leah Ng'ang'a.
- Viwandani Ward: Mwangi Muraya.
- Murindat Ward: P.M Njoroge.
- Turi Ward: John Mwangi.
- Malewa West Ward: Francis Kuria K5.
- Mau Narok Ward: Cyrus D. Ndegwa.
- Dundori Ward: James Mwangi.
- Elburgon Ward: Njuguna Mwaura.
- Flamingo Ward: David Muraya.
- Molo Ward: Joseph Ngware.
