KENHA CONSIDERS COMPENSATION FOR GOVERNMENT’S DEMOLISHED FACILITIES.
Kenya National Highways Authority (KENHA) today visited the County Department of Lands to get guidance on compensation modalities in regards to Kainuk Cess and ECD Centre which were demolished during the construction of A1 Road. “The compensation pending is for the public facilities and community households. National Land Commission (NLC) is under instruction to make […]
GOVERNOR LOMORUKAI CALLS FOR THE USE OF SPORTS TO END CONFLICTS IN NORTHERN KENYA
Kisumu, 16th January 2023 (Governor’s Press Service)— S ports competitions should be used as a platform to bridge conflict and enhance peace-building efforts amongst warring communities in Northern Kenya, Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai has said. “I want to request KICOSCA that in the near future, this sporting event be taken to areas where communities are warring […]
UNHCR DONATE ESSENTIAL DRUGS WORTH SH5 MILLION TO THE COUNTY
Lodwar, 13th January 2023 (Governor’s Press Service)– Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai today received a donation of essential drugs from the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). The drugs, worth a total of Sh5 million, will be distributed to health facilities, in a move that the governor says aligns with the county government’s commitment to providing […]
COUNTY HOLDS INAUGURAL INTERDENOMINATIONAL PRAYER MEETING
Lodwar, 13th January 2023 (Governor’s Press Service)– Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai today attended the first County Interdenominational Prayer Meeting at the Ekaales Centre, organised by religious leaders from the county. During his speech, the Governor expressed his hope for positive change in the county over the next five years. “As we start this year with prayer, […]
COUNTY GOVERNMENT AND COOP BANK TO EXPLORE PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Lodwar, 11th January 2023 (Governor’s Press Service)- The Cooperative Bank of Kenya and the County Government have announced plans to collaborate on a range of initiatives aimed at boosting economic growth in the region. Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai met with Silvance Nono, Head of Government and Public Institutions at Cooperative Bank, to discuss potential areas of […]
TURKANA COUNTY LEADERSHIP VOWS TO PURSUE AN END TO BANDITRY
Lokori, 8th January 2023 (Governor’s Press Service)- Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai has warned perpetrators and financiers of banditry activities targeting residents of Turkana that the atrocities will no longer be tolerated by the county leadership. Speaking during a Sunday mass at St. Daniel Comboni Parish in Lokori, the Governor stated, “There are people who have chosen […]
CHANGE OF GUARD AT OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR, AS NEW CHIEF OFFICER TAKES OFFICE.
Lodwar, 3rd January 2023 (Governor’s Press Service)– A new Chief Officer has taken the helm at the Office of the Governor, with Simon Etom taking over from County Solicitor Ruth Emanikor, who had been acting in the role. County Secretary Peter Eripete presided over the handover ceremony and wished Etom well in his new role, […]
GOVERNOR LOMORUKAI VOWS TO CHAMPION FOR PEACEFUL COEXISTENCE AMONG THE ATEKER COMMUNITIES
Kangaten, 23rd December 2022 (Governor’s Press Service)– Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai has challenged the Ateker communities which are spread across the East Africa region to abandon the retrogressive culture of cattle rusting and stay together for prosperity and development. The Governor stated that as a peacekeeper he will take lead in facilitating the agenda of peace […]
GOVERNOR LOMORUKAI CALLS ON CHIEF OFFICERS TO BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF PUBLIC RESOURCES
Lodwar, 22nd December 2022 (Governor’s Press Service)- County Chief Officers have been encouraged to exercise responsibility in the management of public funds and be accountable to residents of Turkana. Today, when he presided over the swearing-in of four County Chief Officers at the County HQ in Lodwar, Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai reminded the officers that they […]
GOVERNOR LOMORUKAI AND PS KAITUKO LAUNCH TREE GROWING CAMPAIGN IN LODWAR
Kanamkemer, 21st December 2022 (Governor’s Press)– Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai and Principal Secretary for Labour and Skills Development Geoffrey Kaituko launched the County Tree Growing campaign today, in an event held at the Turkana University College (TUC), Lodwar. The campaign is part of a national programme to plant 15 billion trees by 2032 and set a […]