President William Ruto has announced the revocation of Hon. Millicent Omanga’s recent appointment to the Nairobi Rivers Commission, naming Josephat Abaga Sagero as her replacement for a three-year term. Omanga, who had initially been appointed as a member of the commission, declined the position, citing personal reasons but offering no further explanation for her decision.
The commission, established to oversee the rehabilitation and sustainable management of Nairobi’s rivers, holds a critical role in addressing the escalating pollution and environmental degradation affecting the capital’s waterways. With her departure, the newly appointed Sagero will take on the task of supporting President Ruto’s environmental agenda, particularly the commitment to restoring Nairobi’s rivers to their former ecological health.
The switch comes as the government seeks to strengthen the Nairobi Rivers Commission with dedicated members who align with its vision for an environmentally sustainable Nairobi. President Ruto has reiterated that the commission’s work is paramount for the capital’s future, impacting everything from public health to urban development.
