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Supporters break into dance as Kidero expressed optimism that he will clinch the seat. Malindi MP Aisha Jumwa and Kwale Deputy Governor Fatuma Achani also cleared to vie.

Four aspirants, all men, are eyeing the seat, seeking to oust the current governor, Ottichilo.

Four aspirants, all men, are eyeing the seat, seeking to oust the current governor, Ottichilo.

NATIONAL Health workers in Vihiga County in a past demonstration. [Eric Lunga, Standard] The trouble surrounding the Vihiga County health sector was laid bare during the Senate’s Devolution Committee meeting held following suspension of the implementation of the county’s budget for the 2021/22 financial year. The county has been battling financial difficulties after the High Court in Kakamega issued a conservatory order stopping the implementation of the budget that had been approved by t...

The ward reps seem to blame Saisi for the wars that have been reported in the county. Shiru ward MCA Nixon Butiya was the only one who did not append his signature to the motion. Atsiaya maintains that their intention is to clean the county government and get rid of elements that have hindered development through incessant infighting. This, according to the mover of the motion, is a process that started with the removal of four county executive committee members from office. Four Vihiga CECs ...

Vihiga in crisis as budget put on hold for further 10 days Wednesday July 07 2021 By DERICK LUVEGA Summary Kakamega High Court Tuesday extended orders staying the implementation of Vihiga Countys Sh5.8 billion 2021/22 budget for 10 more days, further deepening the financial crisis facing the devolved unit. Justice Farah Amin extended the earlier orders that had been set for July 6 to July 15 when the matter will come up for mention and review of the orders The court will also use the July 15 si...