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24/06/2024

𝑮𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒏𝒐𝒓 𝑵𝒂𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒇 𝑼𝒏𝒅𝒆𝒓 𝑭𝒊𝒓𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑰𝒏𝒄𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑨𝒔𝒔𝒆𝒎𝒃𝒍𝒚 𝑪𝒉𝒂𝒐𝒔 𝒕𝒐 𝑨𝒗𝒐𝒊𝒅 𝑶𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑨𝒄𝒄𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒚:

The assembly and the executive are at loggerheads following shocking revelations about Governor Nathif’s machinations to incite constant conflict among assembly members, especially regarding the majority leader position. This role, embroiled in a protracted legal battle between Hon. Aboo Dadaab MCA and Abuu of Galbet MCA, has been strategically manipulated by Nathif to evade accountability and ensure the assembly fails in its oversight duties.

In a recent twist, the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal’s decision to replace Abuu with Aboo as majority leader intensified the standoff. Immediately after the ruling, Nathif reportedly urged Abuu to appeal, enlisting his personal lawyer, Isa Mansur, to spearhead the challenge against the tribunal’s decision.

The governor’s alleged orchestration of this appeal, including providing 2 million shillings through his younger brother Abdiaziz to Lawyer Mansur at Regis Restaurant on Lenana Road, exposes his contempt for transparency and governance. Nathif’s actions reveal a deliberate attempt to incite division and weaken oversight, diverting public attention from his malfeasance and treating the county administration like his personal enterprise.

This blatant manipulation and abuse of power by Governor Nathif not only undermines democratic processes but also betrays the public trust.

On the other hand, the Speaker and the Clerk of the assembly are firmly supporting Aboo’s position as the majority leader. They have called on Nathif and his brigade to cease their interference and respect the assembly’s independence. This stance by the Speaker and Clerk underscores their commitment to upholding the assembly’s autonomy and integrity, countering the governor’s attempts to manipulate and control legislative processes for his own benefit.

20/06/2024

President Ruto’s gloomy expression when greeting Governor Nathif, contrasted with his positive demeanor towards Garissa Township MP Major Dekow suggests dissatisfaction possibly linked to corruption allegations against the governor.

These body language cues align with reports that President Ruto has received implicating Governor Nathif in corruption scandals involving misuse of power for personal gain. Such visible signs of disapproval reinforce suspicions about Governor Nathif’s involvement in corruption, casting a shadow over his political standing and highlighting President Ruto’s possible frustration with the alleged misconduct.

Images circulating on social media depict Garissa Governor Nathif Jama in a manner that suggests discomfort or guilt. In one image, the governor appears with his hands behind his back, which is often interpreted as a defensive or anxious posture. In another, he is seen scratching his nose and avoiding eye contact with President William Ruto, further implying unease or nervousness. These behaviors have been interpreted by some as signs of discomfort, possibly due to the recent accusations of misappropriating Ksh 1.2 billion in public funds.

20/06/2024

President William Ruto made strong remarks today in Garissa about public theft, indirectly addressing Garissa Governor Nathif Jama amid accusations of misappropriating Ksh 1.2 billion, according Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) report released recently.

Ruto reiterated his stern warning to corrupt officials, stating that they have three options: facing jail, fleeing the country, or facing severe consequences. He stressed that taxpayer money must be protected and cannot be misused, reflecting his administration’s firm stance against corruption.

16/06/2024

Garissa Governor Nathif Jama Adam is reportedly overwhelmed by the impact of social media attacks following EACC raids in Garissa. He has expressed difficulty in dealing with the intense scrutiny and criticism on these platforms. Governor Jama's remarks suggest a struggle to handle the pressure from widespread and often harsh commentary online.

13/06/2024

𝐈𝐧𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐲 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐳𝐳𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐀𝐦𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐊𝐞𝐬. 𝟏.𝟐 𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐛𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐚 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭.

29/05/2024

𝑪𝑶𝑩 𝑵𝒚𝒂𝒌𝒂𝒏𝒈’𝒐 𝑻𝒉𝒓𝒐𝒘𝒔 𝑮𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒔𝒂 𝑮𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒏𝒐𝒓 𝑱𝒂𝒎𝒂 𝑼𝒏𝒅𝒆𝒓 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑩𝒖𝒔 𝒊𝒏 𝑹𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒏𝒖𝒆 𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒃𝒆

The Controller of Budget Dr Margaret Nyakang’o confirmed that Garissa County submitted 12 Chief Officers late contrary to law.

The submission was made on May 24 2024. This submission followed the Governor Nathif Jama’s appearance before the Senate Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations Committee to explain why the county had been without Chief Officers since 2022.
This revelation is a significant blow, and senators were shocked to learn that accounting officers who were not properly vetted by the county assembly were acting as accounting holders in the name of Chief Officers.

They suggested that the letter dated May 24 was an attempt to cover up the Governor’s illegal actions. Nyakang’o also disclosed the Garissa County Executive budgeted Sh10.7 billion but has only reported a paltry expenditure of Sh4.5 billion.

This translates to an absorption rate of 42.5 per cent, with the budgeted recurrent expenditure for the executive budgeted at Sh5.4 billion while for the County Assembly budgeted at Sh963.8 million.

Nyakang’o told the Senate Devolution and Intergovernmental Committee chaired by Wajir lawmaker Sheikh Abbas that Garissa reported an Own Source Revenue (OSR) of Sh153.5 million against an annual target of Sh230 million which represents a performance of 66.7 per cent.

She said revenue in the first nine months of 2023/24 financial year included Financial Intermediary Funds (FIFs) of Sh85.8 million which was not reported in the previous financial years.

The FIF target for the financial year is Sh139 million.

FIF are financial arrangements that typically leverage a variety of public and private resources in support of international initiatives, enabling the international community to provide a direct and coordinated response to global priorities.

“In the first nine months of financial year 2023/24, the county reported expenditure of Sh2.69 billion which translate to 47.1 per cent of the available revenue, which amounted to Sh5.73 billion,” reads part of Nyakang’o’s presentation.

Nyakang’o told the committee that in the financial year 2022/23, the expenditure on employee compensation was Sh4.77 billion or 51.6 per cent of the revenue for the financial year 2022/23 of Sh9.24 billion, which was above the limit of 35 per cent provided in law.

And now COB charges late submission of financial reports by the County Treasury to the Controller of Budget affecting the timely preparation of the budget implementation report.

Nyakang’o said by Fund Administrators to submit quarterly financial and non-financial reports to the COB within the timelines provided in law, which is against the requirement of Section 168 of the PFM Act, 2012.

“The Disaster Management Fund/Emergency Fund and Micro and Small Enterprises Development Revolving Fund reports were not submitted to the Controller of Budget,” said Nyakang’o.

According to COB, Personnel emoluments amounting to Sh203.40 million were processed through the manual payroll, accounting for 7.5 per cent of the total payroll cost, adding that the manual payroll is prone to abuse and may lead to the loss of public funds where there is a lack of proper controls.

Garissa County Executive had a high outstanding pending bills amounting to Sh425.48 million as of March 31, and failure to adhere to a payment plan.

COB now recommends that the County Treasury should ensure timely preparation and submission of financial reports to the Office of the Controller of Budget in line with the timelines prescribed in Section 166 of the PFM Act, 2012.

In addition, the County Executive Committee Member for Finance (CECMF) should follow up to ensure Fund Administrators prepare and submit statutory reports in line with the PFM Act, 2012.

“The Government requires that salaries be processed through the Integrated Personnel and Payroll Database (IPPD) system, and the County is advised to fast-track the acquisition of Unified Personnel Numbers for their staff,” said Nyakang’o.

The County government is under scrutiny on its operations at large.The Senate uncovered a web of corruption and nepotism within the County Government of Garissa.It has been revealed that Jama has been withdrawing money from public coffers without any Chief Officers for over two years. He was taken to task by a senate committee as to why he operates without some Chief Officers for two years no as per the law.

Jama appeared before the Committee on Devolution and Inter-Governmental Relations to deliberate on a statement sought by Garissa Senator Abdul Haji on the state of governance in the county. The committee heard he has been employing his relatives in key positions within the government.

They include Chief Financial Officer, Head of Payroll, Director of HR and many other crucial positions for his inner family. The committee exposed how the entire county government is rife with what was seen as nepotism and discrimination. The Governor and County Secretary however denied the claims.

They were accused of employing their siblings in various positions, further perpetuating the culture of corruption. The matter is still under active probe.

17/05/2024

Nathif was placed in a cage by the Senators to explain why he only retained Chief Officer Finance exclusively, without doing so for other critical departments such as Health, Water & Roads. They asserted that there is a high affinity for money in Garissa, or a particular appetite for money in this county.

17/05/2024

Senator Cherergei to Governor Nathif:

You have violated the law under Section 226(5), which states:

If the holder of a public office, including a political office, directs or approves the use of public funds contrary to law or instructions, the person is liable for any loss arising from that use and shall make good the loss, whether the person remains the holder of the office or not.

Therefore, even if you leave office, the law will catch up with you. The law will not be applied only to the juniors; it will come for you as well.

16/05/2024

Senator Haji queried the Garissa Governor about his principles of leadership. While aiming the Governor, the Senator asked as to whether he prioritize the laws of Kenya or his personal inclinations? Haji, along with fellow senators, interrogated the governor regarding his failure to appoint a chief officer for nearly two years. This matter is presently under active investigation in the Senate and might result in the suspension of funds to Garissa County due to its apparent involvement in criminal activities.

16/05/2024

The Garissa County secretary received a schooling akin to that of a child when he endeavored to discuss legal matters with Senator Cherargei. The governor was advised to arrange capacity building for his team. Mohamud Mursal, County Secretary, known for resorting to Google for legal information, experienced a humbling moment.

15/05/2024

𝑨𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒈𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑹𝒂𝒑𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑯𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒕𝒉𝒄𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝑭𝒂𝒊𝒍𝒖𝒓𝒆𝒔 𝑹𝒐𝒄𝒌 𝑮𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒔𝒂 𝑪𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒕𝒚: 𝑪𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒔 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑨𝒄𝒄𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑹𝒆𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎

While the Governor denies the r**e allegations at the Garissa County Referral Hospital and the CEO of the hospital confirming to the Senate that the accusations are indeed factual. Garissa County's Woman Representative, Hon. Udgoon also highlighted three additional cases and accused the county officials attempt to either bribe victims into withdrawing their cases or engage security authorities to hinder investigations.

The woman rep has been vocal on issues affecting women, particularly concerning women dying from labor-related complications due to inadequate healthcare facilities. She has also criticized the county government for failing to provide ambulances for referrals and neglecting to equip sub-county hospitals while calling for comprehensive healthcare reform in Garissa County.

This is a serious issue, and the people of Garissa County deserve transparency, accountability, and justice.

14/05/2024

𝑺𝒆𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝑯𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒕𝒉 𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒊𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒆 𝑮𝒓𝒊𝒍𝒍𝒔 𝑮𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒔𝒂 𝑮𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒏𝒐𝒓 𝑶𝒗𝒆𝒓 𝑯𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒕𝒉𝒄𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝑪𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒊𝒔 𝑨𝒎𝒊𝒅 𝑹𝒂𝒑𝒆 𝑨𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒈𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔

The Senate Standing Committee on Health grilled the Garissa Governor on the state of healthcare services in Garissa County following statement that has been raised by Sen. Abdul Haji.

During the session, allegations of a r**e case at the Garissa County Referral Hospital surfaced, leading to a tense exchange between the governor and the committee members.

The governor initially denied the allegations, but the hospital CEO contradicted him, confirming that the matter was indeed under investigation and the perpetrator had been apprehended. Tensions escalated as Senator Cherargei admonished the governor for potentially lying under oath, emphasizing the gravity of the situation.

The governor's demeanor grew increasingly defensive as the scrutiny intensified. At one point, visibly agitated, he even declared his readiness to engage in a “ fight” However, Senator Cherargei swiftly reminded him that the Senate is not a battleground but rather a forum for constructive dialogue and corrective measures.

Eventually, under pressure, the governor withdrew his combative stance and offered an apology for his outburst, albeit reluctantly. The incident highlighted the importance of maintaining decorum and professionalism in public discourse, especially within the context of governance and accountability.

08/05/2024

𝑺𝒆𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒊𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒆 𝑰𝒏𝒗𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒈𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒔 𝑮𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒏𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝑪𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒊𝒔 𝒊𝒏 𝑮𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒔𝒂 𝑪𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒕𝒚:

The Senate Standing Committee on Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations has taken action following concerns raised by Senator Haji, regarding the governance crisis in Garissa County.

[𝟭] 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘀:
The committee will seek clarification on the reasons behind the prolonged delay in appointing County Chief Officers in Garissa County.

[𝟮] 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗯𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘀:
Concerns have been raised regarding the accountability of funds disbursed from the National Treasury in the absence of appointed County Chief Officers.

[𝟯] 𝗔𝗱𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀:
Senator Haji has requested information on the individuals who have been performing the duties of Chief Officers in liaison with County Executive Committee members since August 2022.

[𝟰] 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿:
The committee will examine how the County Government of Garissa is been functioning without substantive Accounting Officers.

The Senate Committee has requested a written response from the County Government of Garissa by Wednesday, 15th May 2024, and invited Garissa Governor to appear before them in person on Thursday, 16th May 2024, at 10.00 am.

This development highlights the Senate Committee’s commitment to ensuring transparency and accountability in governance, particularly in matters of devolution and intergovernmental relations.

27/04/2024

𝙂𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙨𝙖 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙮 𝙐𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙁𝙞𝙧𝙚:
𝙎𝙚𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙎𝙡𝙖𝙢𝙨 𝙂𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙨𝙖 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙮’𝙨 𝙂𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚

Garissa County finds itself at the center of scrutiny and condemnation following a contentious Senate session sparked by remarks from the Garissa senator regarding the dire state of healthcare services and the alarming absence of county Chief Officers. Senators directed their ire towards the county leadership and governors, lambasting them for their failure to appoint Chief Officers since August 2024, branding it a dual tragedy of mismanagement and constitutional violation.

In a decisive move, the Senate recommended that the Devolution and Intergovernmental Committee intervene by petitioning the Controller of Budget to suspend funds disbursed to the Garissa County government. This drastic measure stems from concerns over financial accountability, especially in light of investigations into the disbursement of funds from the national treasury without appointed accounting officers.

Furthermore, the Senate castigated the Garissa County Assembly for rubber-stamping budgets and development plans in the absence of Chief Officers, highlighting a systemic failure in governance and oversight. As Garissa faces mounting pressure to rectify these deficiencies, the spotlight remains firmly fixed on its leaders’ ability to uphold transparency and accountability in the management of public resources.

23/04/2024

𝑻𝒂𝒙𝒑𝒂𝒚𝒆𝒓 𝑶𝒖𝒕𝒄𝒓𝒚: 𝑮𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒔𝒂 𝑪𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒕𝒚'𝒔 𝑳𝒂𝒗𝒊𝒔𝒉 𝑺𝒑𝒆𝒏𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑨𝒎𝒊𝒅 𝑬𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒎𝒊𝒄 𝑻𝒖𝒓𝒃𝒖𝒍𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆

The Garissa County executive has gone for benchmarking in Turkana. This is despite the entire country facing economic turbulence, evident in the scarce resources we have. It's a shame that instead of utilizing the limited resources we have, the county leadership opted to engage in lavish spending .

The regime's disregard for responsible spending, especially during times of economic hardship, only deepens the burden on taxpayers and undermines public trust.

Furthermore, such actions by the county executive not only reflect a lack of accountability but also highlight systemic issues within the governance structure. It's imperative for leaders to prioritize prudent use of resources and demonstrate fiscal responsibility to ensure sustainable development and the well-being of the populace.

The Governor and his administration must be held accountable for their choices, and there should be transparent mechanisms in place to ensure that taxpayer funds are used effectively and ethically. This incident underscores the urgent need for stronger oversight and governance reforms to prevent such wasteful practices from recurring.

26/03/2024

𝑺𝒆𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒐𝒓 𝑨𝒃𝒅𝒖𝒍 𝑯𝒂𝒋𝒊 𝑯𝒐𝒔𝒕𝒔 𝑮𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒔𝒂 𝑪𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒕𝒚 𝑴𝑪𝑨𝒔 𝑨𝒎𝒊𝒅 𝑪𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒔 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑬𝒏𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆𝒅 𝑶𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑪𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒂𝒃𝒐𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏

Senator Abdul Haji hosted Garissa County MCAs for an Iftar dinner amid worsening relations with the area governor.

The senator proposed the formation of a Senate Liaison office at the Garissa County Assembly to facilitate capacity building for the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) and the assembly budget committee, enhancing direct communication and linkage between the two entities.

Senator Haji reiterated the fact that the Senate Public Accounts Committee will visit Garissa County to witness first-hand the state of affairs and development initiatives.

Haji described the Senate as “Umbwa Kali” (strong dog) with teeth that can’t bite, stating that the real teeth to bite are with the county assemblies. He emphasized the pivotal role and primary responsibility of oversight starting with the assemblies.

When asked about Senator Cherargei’s comments regarding Garissa County, Senator Haji told the members that every senator has the right to comment on any county, regardless of their representation. He urged the members that if Cherargei’s statements were untrue, he would ask the senator to substantiate them. However, if they were true, then it is imperative to address and rectify the issues for the betterment of the county.

24/03/2024

𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗛𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗮 𝗧𝗼𝘄𝗻: 𝗛𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗝𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗮 𝗠𝗼𝘀𝗾𝘂𝗲 𝗔𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀

Garissa town is grappling with a severe water shortage, with even iconic landmarks like the historic oldest Mosque named 'Masjidu Jamia' in the CBD facing the crisis. Residents have been forced to rely on Water Boozers as taps have run dry for an extended period.

13/03/2024

𝑮𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒔𝒂 𝑪𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒕𝒚 𝑨𝒔𝒔𝒆𝒎𝒃𝒍𝒚 𝑺𝒆𝒕𝒔 𝑵𝒆𝒘 𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒂𝒓𝒅 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑨𝒄𝒄𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒚: 𝑪𝑬𝑪𝒔 𝒕𝒐 𝑨𝒏𝒔𝒘𝒆𝒓 𝑸𝒖𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔 𝒊𝒏 𝑨𝒔𝒔𝒆𝒎𝒃𝒍𝒚

Amidst a backdrop of mounting governance challenges and dwindling approval ratings among citizens, Garissa County Assembly are set to become the first assembly to amend their standing orders, requiring County Executive Committee members to appear before the assembly to answer questions related to their ministries. This decision follows a call by President William Ruto for increased transparency and accountability in governance, urging county assemblies to adopt similar practices as seen in the national Parliament. Ruto made these remarks during a meeting with Kenya Kwanza affiliate County Assembly members.
The Garissa County Assembly’s initiative sets a precedent for other assemblies to follow suit in promoting good governance practices.

10/03/2024

𝑴𝑪𝑨 𝑼𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝒊𝒏 𝑨𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏: 𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒇𝒓𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑪𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒕𝒚 𝑮𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒏𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝑪𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒊𝒔 𝑯𝒆𝒂𝒅-𝑶𝒏 𝒊𝒏 𝑴𝒘𝒊𝒏𝒈𝒊 𝑺𝒖𝒎𝒎𝒊𝒕

For the first time, a united front of MCA’s who put aside their internal fights is being witnessed. The MCA’s have retreated to Mwingi Town as part of a resolution to put the county government in the spotlight on a number of issues, primarily the lack of service delivery and insubordination of the elected leaders by the Governor and his associates.

The county has been facing backlash from across the divide, led by Garissa Woman Representative, and an onslaught from the county assembly members.

At the Senate level, Garissa County was featured twice, with Senator Cherergei criticizing the entire county over the lack of quality healthcare services and inadequate water supply, despite receiving 12 billion from the exchequer in the last financial year. This issue prompted the Senate committee on Water to plan a visit to Garissa next week to witness firsthand the concerns of Garissa's electorate.

The first agenda is to impeach the county secretary over gross violations, insubordination to the county assembly, including ignoring numerous summons and proceeding with recruitment without consulting the public service board, among other issues.

It's a wait-and-see situation as the MCA's gather in Mwingi Town, poised to address these critical matters head-on, signaling a unified stance against maladministration and negligence.

07/03/2024

The Garissa County Assembly Health Committee visited Garissa County Referral Hospital and noted several grave concerns, including the non-functionality of the renal unit, inactive ICU, a CT scan that hasn't operated for the past six months, staff working in harsh environments, absence of leave and uniform allowances for staff, and overall understaffing at the hospital.

Despite the hospital having autonomy, its financial situation is precarious. According to the hospital's chief pharmacist, the last time the hospital received drugs and supplies from KEMSA was in October of last year.

According Garissa County Assembly Health Committee has found out that Garissa referral hospital was allocated sh144 million shillings in the last financial year (2022-2023) but only received sh33.5million while in the current financial year (2023-2024) the biggest referral hospital only received sh10million only out of the allocated sh144million.

It’s reprehensible that the Garissa County Government, particularly the Governor, has been misleading the public by claiming improvements in healthcare despite the glaring deficiencies observed at the Garissa County Referral Hospital. It’s unacceptable that essential services are failing, leaving patients and medical staff in dire conditions.

Edo Udgoon Siyad

19/10/2023

GARISSA——19th October 2023

Chaos erupted at today’s House Business Committee meeting, a crucial gathering where the upcoming County Assembly activities for the next two weeks were meant to be deliberated. The tension in the room was palpable as ousted members, armed with county orders and a strong sense of justice, insisted that the Speaker maintain law and order, follow the established rules, and retain the status quo.

However, the Speaker, notorious for his inept behavior, remained defiant, refusing to comply with the demands of the disgruntled members. As a result, the room descended into pandemonium, with the Speaker’s bodyguards, who accompanied him to the meeting room, deployed tear gas, shrouding the space in thick, choking smoke.

In a shocking turn of events, the bodyguards even resorted to firing live bullets, causing members to scatter in fear for their lives. Amidst the chaos, a physical altercation broke out between Damajaley Ward Mca and his counterpart from Waberi, leading to an exchange of blows that added to the turmoil. It’s worth noting that the County Assembly had become a battleground plagued by numerous fights, all occurring under the rogue Speaker’s leadership.

The Speaker’s defiance in the face of reasonable demands was a significant issue. When ousted members, armed with court orders and a clear sense of justice, urged him to adhere the established rules, and retain the status quo, he stubbornly resisted. This refusal to cooperate with fellow assembly members heightened tensions and contributed to the escalation of the situation. The Speaker has consistently shown no regard for the numerous court orders in his custody, pushing the assembly to the brink of anarchy.

Regrettably, the situation had deteriorated to a point where dialogue seemed futile. The County Assembly had become a symbol of unrest and conflict, all under the controversial leadership of the Speaker. The assembly stood at the precipice of anarchy, with the urgent need for reform and order more pressing than ever before. As the dust settled, it became evident that drastic changes were required to restore dignity and functionality to the heart of the county’s governance.

09/10/2023

KIMBIKIMBI MONDAY!!

There is currently tension and pandemonium in Garissa County as the Speaker is being accused of attempting to micromanage and assert himself as a powerful figure.

The Speaker is treading on dangerous ground by treating the assembly as his personal Kiosk, For instance;

1. He is trying to introduce two assembly staffers, Mohamed Kadar, the Hansard director, and Nurow, the internal auditor, as co-opted members of the Assembly Service Board, traditionally, the board consists of two members of the assembly, the clerk, and the speaker, along with two external members, making a total of six. The Speaker’s actions in introducing these staffers show a total disregard for the established structure.

2. The Speaker wants the assembly board meetings to be held at his personal house, which is highly irregular and quite peculiar.

3. The assembly pays rent for the speaker’s rented house located in Province, amounting to 100,000 Ksh, despite the speaker receiving rental allowance payments in his payslips. This raises questions about the Speaker’s financial management and ethical conduct.

4. The Speaker has hired a lawyer named Shariff & Co-Advocates who happens to be a close relative and is not part of the approved legal panel of the assembly service board. This raises concerns about nepotism and impartiality in the Speaker’s decision-making process.

5. The Speaker has shown a blatant disregard for the law by violating two different court orders: one regarding the reinstatement of the majority leader and other colleagues and another setting aside the recent re-advertisement of the external assembly board. Despite these court orders, the Speaker claims to have the same powers as a high court judge, which is a clear overreach of authority.

On Thursday morning, there was almost a physical altercation between the Speaker and Santur, the clerk, when the Speaker issued a verbal warning to the clerk that he would be sacked while Santur was in the house of the Speaker, This incident highlights the deteriorating relationship between the Speaker and other members of the assembly.

Santur, the clerk, has now mobilized 16 MCA’s, along with 11 other loyalist members of the Majority Leader, to plan the removal of the Speaker. It’s worth to note that only 31 votes are required to remove the Speaker, and he is now desperately seeking reconciliation. This signifies a growing discontent and lack of confidence in the Speaker’s leadership.

22/09/2023

Another big lose to Garissa County Assembly. The Court has ruled that readvertisement of external members of Garissa Assembly Service Board was unprocedural. It seems there was planned recruitment of 2 persons to the powerful County Assembly Service Board.

12/09/2023

Tense moment as members of Garissa County assembly exchange fist fights.

10/03/2023

To detect all elements of possible crime(s) in the puzzle, Interior CS instructed DCI Amin to initiate investigations into the death of Jeff Mwathi.

09/03/2023

Interior Cabinet Secretary (CS) Kithure Kindiki has warned that anyone who attempts to access security offices without permission will face the full wrath of the law.

His remarks come after Azimio supremo Raila Odinga attempted to access the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) offices on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, where he had gone to express solidarity with former Interior CS Fred Matiang’i.

Any person regardless of their rank in society who threatens to forcibly access security facilities or intimidate officers on duty will be dealt with firmly, ruthlessly and decisively in accordance with the law.

03/01/2023

GARISSA—The county government of Garissa is a beneficiary county of The Kenya Urban Support Programme (KUSP) that aims to support the establishment and strengthen urban institutions and systems to deliver improved infrastructure and services in participating municipalities across counties in Kenya.

However, Garissa County Municipal Manager is unable to facilitate the payments for contractors who completed their projects two month ago, the Manger cites that indeed his "Introduction" letter to the municipality accounts that was suppose to be drafted and signed by the CEC Finance has been withheld.

When contacted by Garissa Insights the CEC acknowledged the stalemate, nevertheless, instructions from above halted the process.

So why victimize contractors who dully completed the said projects in the stipulated time frame and raised certificate for payments yet the funds for Urban development grants (UDG) is in the CRF account.

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President William Ruto made strong remarks today in Garissa about public theft, indirectly addressing Garissa Governor Nathif Jama amid accusations of misappropriating Ksh 1.2 billion, according Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) report released recently. Ruto reiterated his stern warning to corrupt officials, stating that they have three options: facing jail, fleeing the country, or facing severe consequences. He stressed that taxpayer money must be protected and cannot be misused, reflecting his administration’s firm stance against corruption.

Garissa Governor Nathif Jama Adam is reportedly overwhelmed by the impact of social media attacks following EACC raids in Garissa. He has expressed difficulty in dealing with the intense scrutiny and criticism on these platforms.

Senator Cherergei to Governor Nathif: You have violated the law under Section 226(5), which states: If the holder of a public office, including a political office, directs or approves the use of public funds contrary to law or instructions, the person is liable for any loss arising from that use and shall make good the loss, whether the person remains the holder of the office or not. Therefore, even if you leave office, the law will catch up with you. The law will not be applied only to the juniors; it will come for you as well.

𝑨𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒈𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑹𝒂𝒑𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑯𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒕𝒉𝒄𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝑭𝒂𝒊𝒍𝒖𝒓𝒆𝒔 𝑹𝒐𝒄𝒌 𝑮𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒔𝒂 𝑪𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒕𝒚: 𝑪𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒔 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑨𝒄𝒄𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑹𝒆𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎 While the Governor denies the rape allegations at the Garissa County Referral Hospital and the CEO of the hospital confirming to the Senate that the accusations are indeed factual. Garissa County's Woman Representative, Hon. Udgoon also highlighted three additional cases and accused the county officials attempt to either bribe victims into withdrawing their cases or engage security authorities to hinder investigations. The woman rep has been vocal on issues affecting women, particularly concerning women dying from labor-related complications due to inadequate healthcare facilities. She has also criticized the county government for failing to provide ambulances for referrals and neglecting to equip sub-county hospitals while calling for comprehensive healthcare reform in Garissa County. This is a serious issue, and the people of Garissa County deserve transparency, accountability, and justice.

𝑺𝒆𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝑯𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒕𝒉 𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒊𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒆 𝑮𝒓𝒊𝒍𝒍𝒔 𝑮𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒔𝒂 𝑮𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒏𝒐𝒓 𝑶𝒗𝒆𝒓 𝑯𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒕𝒉𝒄𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝑪𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒊𝒔 𝑨𝒎𝒊𝒅 𝑹𝒂𝒑𝒆 𝑨𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒈𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔 The Senate Standing Committee on Health grilled the Garissa Governor on the state of healthcare services in Garissa County following statement that has been raised by Sen. Abdul Haji. During the session, allegations of a rape case at the Garissa County Referral Hospital surfaced, leading to a tense exchange between the governor and the committee members. The governor initially denied the allegations, but the hospital CEO contradicted him, confirming that the matter was indeed under investigation and the perpetrator had been apprehended. Tensions escalated as Senator Cherargei admonished the governor for potentially lying under oath, emphasizing the gravity of the situation. The governor's demeanor grew increasingly defensive as the scrutiny intensified. At one point, visibly agitated, he even declared his readiness to engage in a “ fight” However, Senator Cherargei swiftly reminded him that the Senate is not a battleground but rather a forum for constructive dialogue and corrective measures. Eventually, under pressure, the governor withdrew his combative stance and offered an apology for his outburst, albeit reluctantly. The incident highlighted the importance of maintaining decorum and professionalism in public discourse, especially within the context of governance and accountability.

𝙂𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙨𝙖 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙮 𝙐𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙁𝙞𝙧𝙚: 𝙎𝙚𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙎𝙡𝙖𝙢𝙨 𝙂𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙨𝙖 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙮’𝙨 𝙂𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚 Garissa County finds itself at the center of scrutiny and condemnation following a contentious Senate session sparked by remarks from the Garissa senator regarding the dire state of healthcare services and the alarming absence of county Chief Officers. Senators directed their ire towards the county leadership and governors, lambasting them for their failure to appoint Chief Officers since August 2024, branding it a dual tragedy of mismanagement and constitutional violation. In a decisive move, the Senate recommended that the Devolution and Intergovernmental Committee intervene by petitioning the Controller of Budget to suspend funds disbursed to the Garissa County government. This drastic measure stems from concerns over financial accountability, especially in light of investigations into the disbursement of funds from the national treasury without appointed accounting officers. Furthermore, the Senate castigated the Garissa County Assembly for rubber-stamping budgets and development plans in the absence of Chief Officers, highlighting a systemic failure in governance and oversight. As Garissa faces mounting pressure to rectify these deficiencies, the spotlight remains firmly fixed on its leaders’ ability to uphold transparency and accountability in the management of public resources.

The Garissa County Assembly Health Committee visited Garissa County Referral Hospital and noted several grave concerns, including the non-functionality of the renal unit, inactive ICU, a CT scan that hasn't operated for the past six months, staff working in harsh environments, absence of leave and uniform allowances for staff, and overall understaffing at the hospital. Despite the hospital having autonomy, its financial situation is precarious. According to the hospital's chief pharmacist, the last time the hospital received drugs and supplies from KEMSA was in October of last year. According Garissa County Assembly Health Committee has found out that Garissa referral hospital was allocated sh144 million shillings in the last financial year (2022-2023) but only received sh33.5million while in the current financial year (2023-2024) the biggest referral hospital only received sh10million only out of the allocated sh144million. It’s reprehensible that the Garissa County Government, particularly the Governor, has been misleading the public by claiming improvements in healthcare despite the glaring deficiencies observed at the Garissa County Referral Hospital. It’s unacceptable that essential services are failing, leaving patients and medical staff in dire conditions. @followers Edo Udgoon Siyad

GARISSA——19th October 2023 Chaos erupted at today’s House Business Committee meeting, a crucial gathering where the upcoming County Assembly activities for the next two weeks were meant to be deliberated. The tension in the room was palpable as ousted members, armed with county orders and a strong sense of justice, insisted that the Speaker maintain law and order, follow the established rules, and retain the status quo. However, the Speaker, notorious for his inept behavior, remained defiant, refusing to comply with the demands of the disgruntled members. As a result, the room descended into pandemonium, with the Speaker’s bodyguards, who accompanied him to the meeting room, deployed tear gas, shrouding the space in thick, choking smoke. In a shocking turn of events, the bodyguards even resorted to firing live bullets, causing members to scatter in fear for their lives. Amidst the chaos, a physical altercation broke out between Damajaley Ward Mca and his counterpart from Waberi, leading to an exchange of blows that added to the turmoil. It’s worth noting that the County Assembly had become a battleground plagued by numerous fights, all occurring under the rogue Speaker’s leadership. The Speaker’s defiance in the face of reasonable demands was a significant issue. When ousted members, armed with court orders and a clear sense of justice, urged him to adhere the established rules, and retain the status quo, he stubbornly resisted. This refusal to cooperate with fellow assembly members heightened tensions and contributed to the escalation of the situation. The Speaker has consistently shown no regard for the numerous court orders in his custody, pushing the assembly to the brink of anarchy. Regrettably, the situation had deteriorated to a point where dialogue seemed futile. The County Assembly had become a symbol of unrest and conflict, all under the controversial leadership of the Speaker. The assembly stood at the precipice of anarchy, with the u

Tense moment as members of Garissa County assembly exchange fist fights.

Interior Cabinet Secretary (CS) Kithure Kindiki has warned that anyone who attempts to access security offices without permission will face the full wrath of the law. His remarks come after Azimio supremo Raila Odinga attempted to access the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) offices on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, where he had gone to express solidarity with former Interior CS Fred Matiang’i. Any person regardless of their rank in society who threatens to forcibly access security facilities or intimidate officers on duty will be dealt with firmly, ruthlessly and decisively in accordance with the law.

IT IS OFFICIAL, THE WAR ON THE REGIME HAS STARTED. Garissa County Deputy Speaker is sending serious warning with repercussions if the County cartels will not re-consider all the sacked employees back to the payrol. ASHOOY GEED QABSO!

Culmination of a long overdue process has finally bore fruits as Gov. Nathif J. Adam received endorsement of the larger Cowliyahan tribe.

The real meaning of giving back to the community; Grand Mulla has visited Beela village located outside Mandera where he requested residents to put forward their priority for his consideration.

Rolls of bhang worth sh 21,000 was purchased for a gang of youths with the sole intention of disrupting this meeting & also attack Boqor Dekow Sambul. Garissa Governor claims politicians opposed to his endorsement, planned a stage-managed attacks towards Abudwaq clan elders as tension escalates regarding the endorsements of several gubernatorial aspirants.

Hon. Junet Mohamed mocks Oscar Sudi badly

Bold, Courageous & Fearless Duale dismantles Tj Kajwang. Take a look!!

“Ningefurahi mwanangu angepata mkenya.” DP. Naibu wa rais William Samoei Ruto alieleza kwamba licha ya hilo, ulikuwa ni uamuzi wa mwanawe na kumshauri kuwa yeye akubali kuwa ako chini ya mumewe. #GidiNaGhostAsubuhi #OngeaUsikike

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Garissa Governor Nathif Jama Adam is reportedly overwhelmed by the impact of social media attacks following EACC raids in Garissa. He has expressed difficulty in dealing with the intense scrutiny and criticism on these platforms.

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