From provincial administration to politics; Will Natembeya be the next Trans Nzoia governor?

Rift Valley Regional Commissioner George Natembeya has resigned to focus on his political bid. Natembeya, who has served as Rift Valley Commissioner for two-and-a-half years, is seeking to unseat Trans Nzoia Governor Patrick Khaemba in this year’s general election.
Declaring his interest, the commissioner reminisced of his successes and challenges while in the security docket, noting that he leaves the larger Rift Valley region safer, owing to several security measures in place.
“Some of these measures look ridiculous, but on the ground, residents are appreciative,” Natembeya said. He recalled how during his tenure he brokered peace in Narok between the Maasai and Kipsigis communities, and got rid of the illegal trade of firearms in Transmara and Emurua Dikirr areas.

He, however, noted that there are still challenges in some parts of the Rift, including Kerio Valley, Marakwet East, Baringo, and Tiaty West areas.

“The situation is not good. Some people want to create fights. There has been peace since 2017, but only recently tension has escalated.”

Hanging his boots, Natembeya urged residents in the affected areas to discourage the mentality they reportedly have against women leaders, saying leadership isn’t about one’s gender.

He says he enjoys the support of President Uhuru Kenyatta, Interior CS Fred Matiangi and his PS Karanja Kibicho.


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