Government Retains Commissioners in North Eastern Counties Amidst Reorganization

Nairobi – The Ministry of Interior and National Administration has retained key administrators in North Eastern counties in a strategic move to balance continuity and adaptability, amid the state’s deployment and reorganization efforts aimed at enhancing service delivery.

Cabinet Secretary for Interior and National Administration, Kithure Kindiki, unveiled the changes set to take effect in February, emphasising the significance of maintaining experienced leadership in crucial regions.

County Commissioners Joshua Nkanatha (Garissa), Karuku Ngumo (Wajir), and Amos Mariba (Mandera) have been exempted from the reorganization affecting over thirty senior officials. The decision indicates the government’s commitment to stability, particularly in areas that have faced security challenges.

The North Eastern region has been a target for attacks by the Somali militant group Al Shabaab, known for their use of Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs). The retained commissioners have played a pivotal role in dismantling terrorist cells and thwarting attacks, addressing the rising threat of IEDs and ensuring the security of road users.

The redeployment also includes the transfer of Mr. Mohamed Nur from Tana River to Wajir as the Deputy County Commissioner. Additionally, nine other Deputy County Commissioners have been elevated to the role of County Commissioners, pending approval from the Public Service Commission (PSC).

During the implementation of the adjustments, the government announced that Regional Commissioners will stay at their current stations, ensuring uninterrupted continuity in their vital roles.