In a bid to strengthen service delivery to the people of Kajiado county government has appointed and sworn in three new chief officers.
The new officers were sworn into office by County Attorney Agustin Sekeyian and the Kajiado Law Courts Presiding Magistrate Jane Kamau, in the presence of Governor Joseph Ole Lenku and his deputy Martin Moshisho.
The new appointees are Isaac Mnaani Mayio, who will serve as Chief Officer for Cooperatives; Makarios Lesianka Tuukuo (Agriculture and Fisheries) and Felix Parsaoti Muneria (Urban Development and Municipalities).
Speaking during the swearing-in ceremony, the governor liveableurged the newly appointed officers to work closely with their respective departments to deliver on the county’s development agenda.
“My development agenda for Kajiado is divided into four categories, two of them being modulated pastoralism and livable towns, which fall squarely within your dockets,” said Lenku.
He added that he has full confidence in their capabilities and commitment to serve the people with integrity, diligence, and innovation.
On his part, Moshisho commended the governor for incorporating young professionals into his administration, urging the appointees to serve diligently and not take the opportunity for granted.
At the same time, the County Secretary, Leina Mpoke reminded the new officers that their roles are well defined and called on them to adhere to the code of conduct while maintaining professionalism in their service delivery.
The County Assembly Deputy Speaker, Daniel Kukan, also lauded the governor for considering young people for key positions, noting that the Assembly will play its oversight role to ensure the officers deliver on their mandates.
By Diana Meneto
