Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has terminated the contract of Finance executive Danvas Makori and nominated Newton Munene to replace him.
Charles Kerich, who is in charge of the lands docket, will serve in acting capacity until the Assembly
approves Munene's appointment.
Sonko sent Munene's name to Speaker Beatrice Elachi on Tuesday.
In a letter dated April 5, Sonko sacked Makori saying he did not have a choice after reviewing his performance.
“In view of this, your service as a CEM is hereby terminated with effect from the date of this letter. Upon clearance and satisfactory handover of all county government property and information in your custody, you will be paid,” he told Makori.
The Governor said the former executive will be paid for the days he worked, up to and including April 5, a
month's salary in lieu of notices and dues for accrued leave as at April 5.
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On Monday, Sonko asked Kerich to serve in acting capacity
pursuant to Article 179 (2) of the Constitution, Standing Order 185 (4) and the Public Appointments (Parliamentary Approval) Act, 2011.
Kerich’s new duties include developing county policy and determining priorities for his assigned portfolio.
He will also monitor the performance
of officers at the headquarters and all decentralised units and agencies in the county.
Kerich is also charged with preparing proposed legislation for consideration by the Assembly and providing it with regular reports on relevant matters.