Kiambu Governor William Kabogo yesterday defended his administration, saying the county is on the right track.
He delivered his annual State of the County Address to the assembly.
Kabogo has been criticised for shifting the county offices, raising taxes and for what many call his overbearing and autocratic leadership style.
He said he is sure he will meet the development agenda he promised residents before the end of his term.
Kabogo asked the assembly to collaborate with the executive to fulfil his campaign promises.
He cited full revenue automation, introduction of a self-help portal, farmers’ training and construction of markets.
Kabogo said the county government will increase funds for the youth, women and people living with disability.
He said Sh400 million will be seta side for the three groups.
Kabogo said the money will fund youth training in poultry, dairy, pig farming and the transport business.
“We have allocated more funds for the youth and disabled to reduce crime and alcohol abuse,” he said.
“We are going to launch Visa Cards that will be used for various fee payments to the county government.”
The cards will be used for online shopping as well as paying matatu fares.
Kabogo spoke out on shifting the county headquarters from Thika to Kiambu town.
With the headquarters in Kiambu subcounty almost complete, the shift should take place early in the fiscal year, he said.
