Former Raila Odinga aide and advisor Silas Jakakimba has tendered his resignation as the legal advisor for Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga.
Jakakimba announced his resignation on Thursday night, saying that it was due to increasing unforeseen commitments.
“Whereas we still believe in this journey and give our word to continue supporting the Governor to deliver on her mandate – and due to emerging and increasing commitments earlier unforeseen, I have today tendered my resignation from the said office, with immediate effect,” reads part of his resignation letter.
The lawyer said his appointment was premised on an understanding that the county needed a fresh line of leadership, and with Wanga’s leadership, the people of Homa Bay County would realise their dreams.
He added that despite leaving, he fully supports the leadership of the devolved unit.
“Even so, I wish to heartily thank Governor Wanga for believing in me. I take this opportunity to reiterate my personal and our people’s continued belief in the incredible governance style that Governor Wanga has grounded in Homa Bay.
“The Governor can count on our unending and unconditional support in her obviously tireless efforts to see the devolution enterprise work for the people of Homa Bay,” Jakakimba stated.
He was appointed to the position in October.
It came after he had served former Prime Minister Raila Odinga for many years, and in different capacities.
Jakakimba’s resignation comes even as he has been seen to be warming up to the Kenya Kwanza administration, after ditching Raila’s side. BY THE STAR