GOVERNOR LOMORUKAI CALLS FOR A LEGAL FRAMEWORK TO GUIDE ENGAGEMENT WITH KENGEN
Today Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai stressed on the need to have a Memorandum of Understanding to guide the County Government’s engagement with the Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen). A legally binding framework, he said, would enhance inclusiveness, transparency and enable residents of Turkana to benefit from Corporate Social Responsibility(CSR), employment as well as business opportunities available […]
GOVERNOR LOMORUKAI GRACES THE INTERNATIONAL DAY OF FORESTS AT LODWAR GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL.
Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai today led celebrations to commemorate the International Day of Forests 2024 at Lodwar Girls High School in Turkana Central Sub-County. The International Day of Forests (IDF) is an annual event with the objective of celebrating and raising awareness of the importance of forest conservation. The theme for this year’s IDF is “Forests […]
GOVERNOR LOMORUKAI ASKS STATE TO EXPEDITE THE OPERATIONALIZATION OF BORDER POINTS OF ENTRY
29th February 2024 (Governor’s Press Service)- Today in Lokichoggio, Governjoined the Principal Secretary for the State Department for EAC Affairs, Mr. Abdi Dubat, alongside a joint team from Border Control and Operations Coordination Committee (BCOCC), for a feasibility and consultative meeting over the border points of entry. He urged the National Government to operationalize the entry […]
NEW BORDER POINTS OF ENTRY TO BOOST TRADE- GOVERNOR LOMORUKAI
Lodwar, 21st February 2024 (Governor’s Press Service) – Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai has urged the Joint Border Team under the Border Control and Operations Coordination Committee (BCOCC), to expedite the establishment of new Points of Entry (PoEs) in Kibish, Nawountos, and Nakitong’o. This move aims to boost cross-border trade and improve security. Governor Lomorukai, during a […]
GOVERNOR LOMORUKAI SEEKS JAPAN’S SUPPORT IN COMBATING CLIMATE CHANGE IN TURKANA
Lodwar, 14th February 2024 (Governor’s Press Service) – Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai has appealed to the Japanese Government for assistance in addressing the devastating effects of climate change in Turkana, during a meeting with Japan’s Ambassador to Kenya Okaniwa Ken, today. The Governor highlighted the rising water levels in Lake Turkana and the displacement of communities along […]
GOVERNOR LOMORUKAI MEETS U.S. AMBASSADOR TO KENYA MEG WHITMAN
Lodwar, January 31, 2024 (Governor’s Press Service) – Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai today hosted U.S Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman at the County Government headquarters in Lodwar. They discussed the ongoing partnership between the US and Turkana, focusing on the Governor’s Nine-Point Development Agenda. Governor Lomorukai highlighted key areas for US support, including water, healthcare, food security, […]
GOVERNOR LOMORUKAI HOSTS CHARLENE RUTO FOR ZERO BAREFOOT INITIATIVE
Lochor-Aikeny, January 31, 2024 (Governor’s Press Service) – Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai joined the Zero Barefoot Campaign team at Lochor-Aikeny Primary School, where they distributed shoes. The initiative, patronised by Charleen Ruto, aims to bring dignity to schools and restore hope and confidence to school-going children. In his remarks, Governor Lomorukai recognized the campaign’s significance for children’s […]
GOVERNOR LOMORUKAI FLAGS OFF 133 BENEFICIARIES OF THE COUNTY SCHOLARSHIP SCHEME
Lodwar, 29th January 2024 (Governor’s Press Service) – Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai today unveiled the first beneficiaries of the Turkana County Scholarship Scheme. The 133 bright students were awarded scholarships to pursue their secondary education, which includes full fee payment and purchase of school requirements. The beneficiaries comprised 72 girls and 61 boys. “This scholarship programme […]
GOVERNOR LOMORUKAI APPEALS FOR INCLUSION OF TURKANA IN AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROGRAMME
Lodwar, 22nd January 2024 (Governor’s Press Service) – Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai has urged the National Government to consider Turkana County in its Affordable Housing Programme. Speaking today during a meeting with the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Housing, Urban Planning, and Public Works at the County Headquarters, Governor Lomorukai acknowledged the importance of the housing […]
GOVERNOR LOMORUKAI MOURNS LAKEZONE MCA MICHAEL EGIALAN EKWAR
Lodwar, November 7, 2023 (Governor’s Press Service) Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai has sent a message of condolence to the family, friends, and constituents of Lakezone MCA Michael Egialan Ekwar. Governor Lomorukai described Honourable Egialan as a dedicated public servant whose passion and deligence in service to his constituents, will be greatly missed. “Honourable Egialan had a […]