Residents of Kisii, Gucha Region have requested for administrative separation from the county, with the aim of attaining equitable access to government services in education and healthcare.
Addressing the public in Ogembo town one of the residents Kevin Ogeche, urged the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to prioritize their plea during its forthcoming reconstitution.
He further added that with Bobasi having 120,000 residents, South Mugirango 80,000, and both Bomachoge Constituencies having 60,000, the sheer magnitude of inhabitants warrants autonomous governance separate from the region.
Ogeche further emphasized the necessity for decentralization of services, citing the underutilized buildings constructed by Kisii University in the town.
He contended that the establishment of the new county would generate employment opportunities in the region.
The residents appreciated the recent elevation of Ogembo into a municipality anticipating further growth towards infrastructure development, including improved road networks, enhanced healthcare facilities, and the promotion of industries, consequently invigorating the local business environment.
Additionally, they implored their Members of Parliament, including Sylivanus Osoro, Innocent Obiri, Alpa Miruka, and Obadiah Barongo, to collaborate on a parliamentary motion advocating for the establishment of the new county.
The residents further urged Kisii University’s newly appointed Vice Chancellor, Nathan Ogechi, to champion the revival of the Kisii University Ogembo Campus as they believe this would raise awareness of the significance of higher education and encourage adults to pursue further learning, enriching their lives with knowledge and value.
By Enock Okong’o
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