Former nominated senator Millicent Omanga on Saturday declined President William Ruto’s appointment to serve in the Nairobi Rivers Commission as a member.
Taking to her socials, Omanga expressed her gratitude for the appointment but stated that she would be declining the offer due to personal reasons.
“I’m deeply honored and grateful to H.E Williams Ruto for the trust you’ve shown in appointing me to serve on the Nairobi Rivers Commission. It’s truly a privilege to be considered for such a vital role in improving our beloved Nairobi’s environment and public health. After careful consideration, I must respectfully decline the appointment due to personal reasons. I remain committed to supporting efforts aimed at restoring Nairobi’s rivers & stand ready to contribute in any capacity that aligns with my current commitments. Thank you once again for this honor and for the consideration.”
She was among the 11 people Ruto had appointed to serve in the newly formed commission in a gazette notice dated October 25.
The commission is to be chaired by Bishop Margaret Wanjiru. Omanga had been appointed to serve as a member and the commission will be tasked with ensuring the initiatives to reach this goal are seamlessly met.
The commission further includes principal secretaries from several state departments including; Environment and Climate Change, Water and Sanitation, Internal Security and National Administration, Lands and Physical Planning, Housing and Urban Development, and the National Treasury who will help it achieve its mandate.
Other persons appointed to the commission alongside Millicent Omanga and Bishop Wanjiru were; Mumo Musuva, Grace Senewa Mesopirr, John Kioli, Eva Muhia, Amos Chege Mugo, Carlotta Dalago, Rael Chebichii Lelei, Benjamin Langwen, and Charles Karisa Dadu.
