Ruto to make historic address at Nairobi County Assembly
The forthcoming address will be the first time a sitting President formally addresses a County Assembly, underscoring the significance of the partnership between the two levels of government in driving urban transformation - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.k..
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President William Ruto is set to make a historic address at the Nairobi County Assembly this Thursday, marking the first time a sitting President will formally address a county assembly.
- The address will focus on the implementation of the 80 billion Shillings cooperation agreement between the national government and Nairobi County, led by Governor Sakaja Johnson.
- The landmark partnership aims to accelerate urban transformation projects in the capital.
- Key initiatives include drainage system upgrades, waste management, street lighting, road improvements, and the Nairobi River regeneration programme, slated for implementation over a 24-month period.
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