The Kipsigis community on Saturday lauded President Uhuru Kenyatta for retaining Charles Keter as Petroleum and Energy Cabinet Secretary.
Through Kericho Governor Paul Chepkwony, they said Keter's retention in the Cabinet was a result of hard work seen during his stint at the office.
"Its during his term that poor people in rural areas were connected to the electricity grid, including those in grass-thatched mud-wall houses."
"This was unlike before when such provision was just a preserve for the rich," governor Chepkwony said citing gains of Jubilee's last mile connectivity project.
Prof Chepkwony said many poor people who used kerosene lamps are now using electricity to light their houses at night.
"On behalf of the people of Kericho county, I would like to pass a hearty message of congratulations to my brother Keter following his nomination."
"I call on the National Assembly to speedily approve his nomination when the list of nominees is tabled on the floor of the House," the governor added.
"I wish him all the best as he continues to serve the nation and I am certain that he will continue to power up our nation and create opportunities for Kenyans to invest in business."
Keter was among six CSs who were retained in changes announced by the president on last Friday.
Others are Henry Rotich (National Treasury), Najib Balala (Tourism), and James Macharia (Transport).
Fred Matiangi was confirmed Interior cabinet secretary and will man the Education docket on an acting capacity.
In the changes which have sparked anxiety on the fate of those not named, Joe Mucheru was also left at the ICT portfolio.
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