Kimilili Sub-County Deputy County Commissioner (DCC) Rose Nyakwera has raised concern over the increasing number of liquor outlets within Kimilili Municipality.
Nyakwera noted that security agencies had identified about 28 liquor-selling outlets within the municipality and warned those involved in processing of the illicit brews to stop or face the law.
The DCC who was talking to KNA in Kimilili town noted that some hotels in the town were allegedly selling drugs, warning that law enforcement officers were on the lookout and the owners of these premises would face the law.
She asked motorcycle riders, popularly known as “boda bodas,” to obey traffic rules and observe safety measures in the course of their duties in order to reap the maximum from their work.
The DCC called on political leaders in the area to desist from engaging the youth in violent activities and asked them to advocate for peace in the society.
Nyakwera also urged youths to focus on productive activities and avoid relying on handouts from politicians.
On issues of parenting, the DCC expressed concern over the increasing number of street children in Kimilili Town and said that parents must take responsibility for their children.
“No street bears children but our fathers and mothers. These children have homes. Any child found on the streets will be arrested together with the parents to explain why they are not in school,” she stated.
By Job Wanjala and Catherine Nyongesa
