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August 2, 2026
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Governor Issues Way Forward Over Controversial Finland Scholarship Saga

Governor Issues Way Forward Over Controversial Finland Scholarship Saga

The Uasin Gishu Finland Scholarship scandal was a botched overseas education and airlift program initiated in 2021 under former Governor Senator Jackson Mandago, which defrauded parents of over Ksh1 billion...

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Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii has handed over the troubled Finland scholarship saga to county elders and bishops in an effort to de-escalate tensions and foster community consensus.

  • The move aims to quell national and county-level unease surrounding the long-standing issue.
  • Key figures involved include Governor Jonathan Bii and affected parents.
  • This occurs shortly after former Governor Jackson Mandago was acquitted in the Ksh1.1 billion scholarship case, with over 300 parents having paid for the program.

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