Millicent Omanga Declines Ruto’s Job
On Saturday, former nominated senator Millicent Omanga turned down an offer from President William Ruto to serve as a member of the Nairobi Rivers Commission.
Omanga conveyed her gratitude for the opportunity through social media but noted that she would be declining the position for personal reasons.
“I’m incredibly honored and thankful to H.E William Ruto for the trust reflected in appointing me to the Nairobi Rivers Commission. It’s an immense privilege to be considered for this key role in enhancing Nairobi’s environmental health. However, after thorough reflection, I must respectfully decline due to personal reasons,” Omanga stated.
She added, “I remain dedicated to supporting initiatives to revive Nairobi’s rivers and am willing to contribute in a way that aligns with my current responsibilities. Thank you again for this honor and the opportunity.”
Omanga was among 11 individuals appointed by Ruto in an official gazette notice dated October 25 to join the newly established commission, which is to be led by Bishop Margaret Wanjiru. Her role was set to be as a commission member.
This commission is part of President Ruto’s broader agenda to rejuvenate Nairobi’s rivers through cleanup and rehabilitation efforts. Its mission will focus on implementing programs that will ensure this goal is achieved efficiently.
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To fulfill this mandate, the commission will also incorporate principal secretaries from various state departments, such as Environment and Climate Change, Water and Sanitation, Internal Security and National Administration, Lands and Physical Planning, Housing and Urban Development, and the National Treasury.
The commission’s operations will be supported by a secretariat under the State Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Among the commission’s responsibilities will be to review past reports and proposals related to reclaiming Nairobi’s rivers, incorporating best practices into the new initiative.
The commission’s mandate, as outlined in the announcement, includes coordinating efforts among key stakeholders for the rehabilitation, restoration, protection, beautification, and sustainable development of Nairobi’s riverine areas.
It will also examine the challenges faced by previous commissions in restoring these rivers, aiming to create a secure, inclusive, and healthy environment while tapping into the socio-economic potential the rivers hold.
Other appointees to the commission alongside Omanga and Bishop Wanjiru include Mumo Musuva, Grace Senewa Mesopirr, John Kioli, Eva Muhia, Amos Chege Mugo, Carlotta Dalago, Rael Chebichii Lelei, Benjamin Langwen, and Charles Karisa Dadu.
Millicent Omanga Declines Ruto’s Job
