Lodwar, August 9th, 2024 (Public Communications and Media Relations)
H.E Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai’s recent cabinet reshuffles have taken effect, with four County Executive Committee Members (CECMs) and four Chief Officers (CCOs) assuming their new roles just two days after the announcement.
CECM Wangiros James has transitioned from the Public Service, Administration, and Disaster Management docket, handing over the portfolio to Dr Francis Iris Mariao. He now assumes the role of CECM for Health and Sanitation.
Outgoing CECM Wangiros expressed his confidence in Dr Mariao’s ability to lead the Department to greater heights. As he welcomed him to the new role, CECM Wangiros promised to offer his support during the transition process.
Similarly, as the outgoing health county executive, Dr Mariao, thanked the team for their support and urged the new CECM, Wangiros, to continue finding ways to improve referral medical services.
As the incoming CECM, Wangiros James expressed his commitment to maintaining an open-door policy and to work towards achieving the health goals in line with the Governor’s nine-point agenda.
In a similar handover ceremony, Dr. Mario Eris officially takes over as the County Executive for Public service, Administration and Disaster Management from Mr. Wangiros James.
On the other hand, Faith Aletia has handed over the Roads, Public Works, and Transport docket to Peter Akono, taking up the Lands, Physical Planning, and Urban Areas Management portfolio as the new CECM.
The handover ceremonies were witnessed by County Secretary Peter Eripete, who urged the staff to support the incoming CECMs in advancing service delivery.
In a related move, Dr Gilchrist Lokoel has been welcomed to the Livestock Development unit, taking over from former Chief Officer Dr Ezekiel Etelej, who now heads Medical Services.
Additionally, Robert Loyelei has assumed the position of Chief Officer in the Office of the Deputy Governor, succeeding Polyne Aro Tangarae, who has moved to Trade, Enterprise Development, and Cooperatives.
CS Eripete also emphasized the importance of strengthening administrative units to better serve the interests of the Turkana people.
Governor Lomorukai stated that the reshuffles aim to enhance service delivery across the county.
