PS Omollo highlights government reforms during Siaya visit

Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration Raymond Omollo has reaffirmed the government's commitment to strengthening grassroots administration and bringing public services closer to wananchi through the operationalisation of administrative units across the country.

Speaking during a worship service at the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Mutumbu, Siaya County, Omollo said the government has operationalised more than 1,800 administrative units, including 74 sub-counties, to enhance service delivery, security coordination and access to Government programmes.

He said Siaya County has benefited from the initiative through the establishment of new administrative units in Bondo and Alego Usonga, enabling residents to access critical services closer to their communities.

Omollo called on residents to support the recruitment of qualified people of integrity to serve as chiefs and assistant chiefs, noting that National Government Administrative Officers play a critical role in facilitating access to national identity cards, supporting voter registration exercises and coordinating development programmes at the grassroots.

He also urged residents, especially young people, to embrace peace, unity and responsible citizenship as the foundation for sustainable development.

The PS cautioned against divisive politics and actions that undermine social cohesion, saying leadership should be anchored on service, integrity and commitment to the welfare of citizens.

He called on communities to work together in supporting development initiatives and creating an environment where opportunities can flourish. He also encouraged young people to take advantage of Government programmes aimed at expanding access to education, skills development and economic empowerment.

On development, Omollo highlighted the government's continued investment in education, saying the Kenya Kwanza administration has prioritised learning infrastructure, teacher recruitment and expanded access to quality education.

He described education as the greatest equaliser and a key driver of national transformation.

The PS also highlighted ongoing investments in infrastructure and energy as critical enablers of economic growth.

He said improved electricity connectivity and strategic energy projects are opening up opportunities for industrialisation, job creation and improved livelihoods across the country.

Omollo also welcomed the recent operationalisation of the Sovereign Wealth Fund framework, describing it as a strategic step towards ensuring proceeds from the country's natural resources benefit both current and future generations.

He said resource-rich counties such as Siaya stand to benefit from the responsible and sustainable exploitation of minerals while attracting greater private sector investment.

The PS reiterated the Government's commitment to ensuring development reaches every part of the country without discrimination, saying national progress can only be achieved when all regions are included in the country's growth agenda.

He concluded by calling on religious institutions to continue partnering with the Government in promoting moral values, national unity and peaceful coexistence, while urging Kenyans to support initiatives that advance development and improve the lives of wananchi.

Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi, Bondo MP Gideon Ochanda and Gem MP Elisha Odhiambo were present.

Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration Raymond Omollo and Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi during a worship service at the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Mutumbu, Siaya County