Ruto Reveals 4 Key Areas of Cooperation With Nairobi County Govt
The Head of State maintained that the cooperation with Governor Sakaja's administration was designed to strengthen and not to undermine devolution...
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President William Ruto announced a new partnership framework with the Nairobi County Government, outlining four key areas of cooperation. He clarified that this agreement is not a takeover of county functions but rather structured support from the national government to enhance the capital city's performance.
- The cooperation focuses on improving water and sewerage systems, rehabilitating roads, bridges, and drainage, developing housing and related infrastructure, and managing solid waste while regenerating the Nairobi River.
- Ruto emphasized that his administration aims to assist Nairobi, citing obligations as the President of Kenya, particularly where the capital's performance impacts the entire republic.
- The initiative includes committing KSh 3.7 billion towards modernizing and expanding street lighting, with a goal to complete 10,000 and install an additional 40,000 lighting points.
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Governor Sakaja Signs Nairobi-National Government Cooperation Deal Amidst Warnings - February 2026
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja signed a cooperation deal with the National Government at State House on February 17, 2026. President William Ruto clarified that the agreement is a new partnership framework for collaboration on key areas and not a takeover of county functions. Prior to the signing, Nairobi County Senator Edwin Sifuna issued a strong warning to Governor Sakaja regarding the planned agreement. Similarly, the Katiba Institute, a lobby group, formally demanded answers from the governor about the collaboration. Concurrently, President Ruto directed the Cabinet Secretary for Interior to establish a dedicated Nairobi Metropolitan Police Unit within 60 days to address security challenges in the capital.
