Former nominated Senator Millicent Omanga has declined her appointment to the Nairobi Rivers Commission.
In a statement via her social media pages, Omanga said she would not take the job due to personal reasons.
She however noted that she supports efforts by the Kenya Kwanza government to restore rivers in Nairobi.
“I’m deeply honored and grateful to H.E William Ruto for the trust you’ve shown in appointing me to serve on the Nairobi Rivers Commission. It’s truly a privilege to be considered for such a vital role in improving our beloved Nairobi’s environment and public health. After careful consideration, I must respectfully decline the appointment due to personal reasons.
“I remain committed to supporting efforts aimed at restoring Nairobi’s rivers & stand ready to contribute in any capacity that aligns with my current commitments. Thank you once again for this honor and for the consideration,” the statement read.
President Ruto in a gazette notice dated October 25 appointed Omanga as a member of the Nairobi Rivers Commission.
He also appointed former Starehe MP Margret Wanjiru as the chairperson of the commission. Other members include; Dr. Mumo Musuva, Grace Senewa Mesopirr, John Kioli, Eva Muhia, Amos Chege Mugo, Carlotta Dalago, Rael Chebichii Lelei, Benjamin Langwen, and Charles Karisa Dadu.
“Now therefore, I, William Samoei Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces, in the exercise of the powers conferred on me by the Constitution and the Laws of the Republic of Kenya do hereby establish the Nairobi Rivers Commission,” the gazette notice read in part.
The members of the Commission shall hold office for a term of three years renewable once based on performance.
The commission will also include Principal Secretaries from the State Department for Environment and Climate Change, State Department for Water and Sanitation, State Department for Internal Security and National Administration, State Department for Lands and Physical Planning, State Department for Housing and Urban Development, The National Treasury and The Executive Office of the President.
The Secretariat of the Commission shall be domiciled at the State Department for Housing and Urban Development, which shall assist in the day-to-day management of its affairs.
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