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June 24, 2025
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Why MPs Want Sakaja's Budget Reduced

Why MPs Want Sakaja's Budget Reduced

Nairobi County was on the spot at the National Assembly on Tuesday, June 24...

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Members of Parliament, led by South Mugirango MP Silvanus Osoro, are urging for a substantial reduction in Nairobi County’s budgetary allocation from the national government, advocating for reforms based on its strong revenue generation capabilities.

  • Ksh417 billion is set to be allocated among 47 counties starting in the 2025/26 financial year.
  • Silvanus Osoro criticized the current funding formula, stressing that Nairobi's internal revenue is sufficient to fund multiple counties.
  • The proposed changes include creating a spending formula similar to the National Government Constituencies Development Fund that emphasizes community oversight and limits recurrent expenditure.

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