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Garissa Governor Nathif Jama has formed a task force committee that will track and verify county assets.
Jama raised concerns about missing assets asking the committee to fast-track the process.
A member of the task force who spoke on anonymity told the Star among the things missing are high-end vehicles.
Some office equipment including computers is also missing.
The task force has two weeks to submit the report.
The committee is led by Abdi Ali who is the chairperson, Patrick Okelo secretary and other members including Ebla Dahir, Rashid Farah, James Mukoma, Ibrahim Abdi, Solomon Chesut, Juma Jacob, Yussuf Mohamed, Yussuf Noor and Ismail Dabar.
Jama spoke on Saturday when he received a report from the Assumption of Office Committee. He thanked them for a job well done.
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The committee member said they will go round to ascertain whether the assets have been captured and whether they exist.
“We will use the report as a checklist. Some assets like vehicles cannot be tracked. But in two weeks, we will give a conclusive report to the governor for action,” the member said.
The handing over of the report meeting was attended by deputy governor Abdi Dagane, county assembly speaker Abdi Idle Gure and members of the Assumption of Office Committee.
The members include the county secretary who is the chairperson, the county commissioner and county top security officials, several chief officers, the clerk of the county assembly, representatives from the Judiciary and Ministry of Devolution and two representatives nominated by the governor.
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Jama was elected after defeating Ali Korane.
He has been meeting delegations as he tries to constitute his government which sources say, he will name anytime from next week.
It will be a delicate balancing act for Jama as he tries to balance and absorb all the major clans that reside in Garissa.
During the campaigns, Jama promised to constitute an all-inclusive government where all residents will feel represented.
Already, there are applicants for different positions, with sources disclosing to the Star that the governor wants to ensure he brings on board people with a proven track record and who will deliver on his manifesto.
“The governor is determined to leave behind a legacy after completing his term. Therefore, he has to ensure that he brings on board people who share his vision and are determined to deliver,” Abdi Ali a local political analyst said
Edited by Kiilu Damaris