He explained that these laws were created to allow national and county governments to share responsibilities where necessary, especially in large urban areas that require coordinated planning and service delivery.
The Cabinet Secretary said he was personally pleased to see the laws being put into action.
He recalled his involvement in drafting some of the legislation before he became a senator, adding that the goal was always to create systems that encourage teamwork rather than competition between governments.
He said the current cooperation shows that the laws are working as intended.
Murkomen also dismissed claims that the agreement is an attempt by the national government to take control of Nairobi County.
He said such claims are not supported by the law and are being spread by individuals who have not taken time to understand how intergovernmental relations operate.
He insisted that the partnership is meant to support the county government, not replace it.
He defended Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja, saying criticism directed at the county leadership is unfair.
Murkomen explained that the governor is acting within the law and is working to ensure that Nairobi residents receive better services.
He added that strong cooperation between leaders at different levels of government should be encouraged because it benefits citizens.
The Cabinet Secretary further explained that urban areas like Nairobi face complex challenges such as traffic congestion, housing shortages, waste management, and infrastructure development.
He said addressing these challenges requires shared resources, expertise, and coordinated planning between national and county authorities.
Murkomen urged Kenyans to focus on the expected benefits of the agreement instead of political debates.
He noted that when governments work together, it becomes easier to implement development projects, improve public services, and respond quickly to emergencies.