Aviation and Aerospace Development PS Teresia Mbaika has disclosed that the government has bought five more acres of land to construct new classrooms at the Kilungu Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC).
Mbaika said president Dr. Ruto took the initiative after he visited the campus and established that the contractor undertaking the works had constructed substandard classrooms, hence the need for new facilities where students can learn in a conducive environment.
The PS accused the Kaiti MP Joshua Kimilu of allegedly spending a whopping Sh60 million on the KMTC project only to deliver a shoddy piece of work.
“The president was dissatisfied with the quality of works on the structures and out of concern for the people of Kaiti constituency, he pledged to acquire an alternative land to facilitate the construction of new classrooms and hostels for the institution,” said Mbaika, while addressing United Democratic Alliance (UDA) grassroot leaders at Kee Market in Makueni Sub county.
Β “It is very sad that the current MP took over seven years to construct a KMTC campus that cannot host learners due to poor workmanship,” she said, questioning the value for money at the existing facility.
According to PS, the President had already fulfilled the land acquisition pledge, with the project now awaiting approval from the Ministry of Housing before construction commences.
During the event, Mbaika urged residents to support the president re-election bid, adding that the imminent establishment a fully functional KMTC would significantly ease the burden on parents, who currently have to take their children to distant regions to pursue medical courses.
She further disclosed that the government had also pledged financial support towards the establishment of a Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institution in the area, saying the facility would further expand opportunities for young people interested in acquiring technical and artisan skills.
The PS called on residents to elect leaders based on their tract record, who can align withΒ government of the day to champion Β development programmes and projects for the people.
During the meeting, Mbaika also inspected the ongoing construction of Mutulani modern market, which will significantly reduce the operational costs for trades, thus boosting the local economy.
She said her ambition is to see more development in Kaiti and make a real difference in people’s lives, if elected as the next MP for the constituency.
by Patrick Nyakundi
