Skip to main content

Governor Natembeya Rejects Calls to Soften Stance on Wetang'ula and Mudavadi

Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has dismissed calls by Kiminini MP Kakai Bisau to tone down his criticism of National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula and Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi.

Mr. Bisau had urged Governor Natembeya to exercise caution in his political approach, emphasizing the importance of working with other leaders.The two attended the burial of Mary Clara Ndinyo at Sister Fridah farm.

However, Natembeya maintained that he would not be silenced in his efforts to awaken the Luhya community politically, arguing that Wetang'ula and Mudavadi have failed in their leadership.

“We cannot be intimidated into silence on issues that have long affected our community just to safeguard the interests of Mudavadi and Wetang'ula,” he said.

The governor stressed that the Luhya community must rethink its political strategy to achieve meaningful progress.

“Wetang'ula and Mudavadi are only defending their paychecks. We cannot keep glorifying them while our people continue to suffer,” Natembeya stated.

He further asserted that the 2027 General Election would be a turning point for the community, insisting that Luhyas must have a stronger political voice.

"I urge you, my people, to pray for me and support me because what lies ahead is significant. If what I am foreseeing comes to pass, there will be a new political dispensation," said Natembeya.

Additionally, the governor criticized the government's Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) and the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), arguing that both programs have failed.
Labels:

POPULAR

Luhya Elders Rally Behind Dr. Wamalwa’s 2027 Bid for Trans Nzoia Governor

Elders from the Luhya community in Trans Nzoia County have thrown their support behind former Kiminini MP Dr. Chris Wamalwa’s gubernatorial bid, stating that he possesses the leadership qualities needed to spur economic growth and promote unity within the county. The elders, who held a consultative meeting with Dr. Wamalwa at his Kiminini home, said he is ready to take over the county’s leadership, noting that his ten-year track record as a Member of Parliament was remarkable. “We have given our blessings to Dr. Wamalwa as he crisscrosses the county to seek support from other communities since Trans Nzoia is cosmopolitan,” said Mr. Christopher Makokha, the chairman of the Luhya Council of Elders in the county. The elders explained that they have already settled on its preferred flag bearer for the upcoming elections, emphasizing that any other candidate seeking their endorsement is too late, as they do not permit double endorsements. “We are putting an end to the habit of eld...
Read more

Nursing Services Paralyzed in Trans Nzoia as Nurses Down Tools

Nursing services in public health facilities across Trans Nzoia County have been severely disrupted due to a strike by nurses. The strike was triggered by the county government's failure to address several key issues raised by the Kenya National Union of Nurses and Midwives (KNUNM), the union representing healthcare workers. KNUNM Trans Nzoia Secretary, Edward Cheruiyot, stated that despite mediation efforts by the Ministry of Labour, which appointed a conciliator, no resolution had been reached. “The union has done its part, but the government has failed to avert the strike. The conciliator was appointed, but no meetings have taken place, and no progress has been made,” Cheruiyot said. At the core of the strike are several unresolved issues. One of the primary concerns is the failure to sign the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for the 2025-2029 period. "Negotiations for the CBA have stalled. The government promised to form a committee to address the matter, ...
Read more

Trans Nzoia Health Workers Refute Sabotage Claims, Urge Dialogue Over Systemic Challenges

Health personnel in Trans Nzoia County used this year’s Labour Day celebrations to defend themselves against allegations of sabotaging healthcare service delivery, asserting that the accusations are baseless and ignore the hardships and systemic challenges they face. Through the county branch of the Kenya National Union of Nurses and Midwives, the health workers raised concerns about staff shortages, burnout, and low morale due to what they termed poor treatment by the county government. “We are not sabotaging services — we are overwhelmed, demotivated, and exhausted. The county has failed to address our grievances and instead dragged us to court. Our work environment is grossly demotivating,” said Edward Cheruiyot, the Secretary of the Union. Cheruiyot called for dialogue between the county government and health workers, citing discrimination in the employment of nurses and lack of proper consultation. He urged the county administration to confirm the employment status of ...
Read more