Governor Bii: My first year has been successful, we've done well

 

Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii has termed his first year in office amazing and successful.

Bii said his team achieved a 76 per cent absorption of development resources, saying much has been used to set the ground for greater success in coming years.

"We have done very well as a team and I now urge county employees to work even harder so that we can do much more for our people," he said.

Bii spoke during a Thanksgiving prayer service for the one year in office.

The governor said his team was redefining its approach to service delivery to focus on the needs of residents.

He pledged that he would prioritise the welfare of his staff so that they work comfortably and help him deliver on his mandate.

"I am now working to ensure that I know most of the employees personally because these are the people whom we will work with for the success of our county," Bii said.

The governor said during the one year, he had given a face-lift to the county headquarters and would now embark on service delivery in all parts of the county.

He said he had so far ensured the improvement of over 800 km of road in one year and also revamped ECDE education leading to increased enrolment.

Regarding the own source revenue collection, Bii said the county was about to hit the Sh1 billion mark with the target being Sh1.2 billion annually.

Bii also unveiled the new county inspectorate and compliance service which was formally known as the county enforcement department.

Under the new service, the county askaris have been issued with new uniforms and identification numbers.

At the same time, he also asked parents and students to accept a continuation of the Finland education programme.

Bii urged the affected parents and students not to give up because the education programme was a noble idea.

He said the county leadership was seeking a solution to those demanding refunds but they should soften their hearts and accept to continue with the studies in Finland and Canada.

"We accept there have been challenges but we urge those affected to continue with the programme," Bii said.

"We understand the bitterness but we ask them to cheer up and be hopeful because a solution will soon be found for their demands."   BY THE STAR