“You Told Nairobi It Wasn’t Happening, So Why Is There A Signing Ceremony?” Millicent Omanga Questions Johnson Sakaja

Former nominated senator Millicent Omanga has publicly criticised Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja, accusing him of giving conflicting information regarding the transfer of some county government functions to the national government.

Omanga claims the governor had previously denied reports about such plans, yet preparations for a signing ceremony to formalise the transfer are already underway.

Speaking strongly on the issue, Omanga said she was disappointed by what she described as a lack of honesty and openness in leadership.

She argued that residents of Nairobi deserve clear information about decisions that directly affect how their county is managed.

According to her, leadership should be built on trust and transparency, especially when dealing with sensitive matters involving governance and service delivery.

Omanga pointed out that Governor Sakaja had earlier dismissed claims that some county responsibilities would be handed over to the national government.

She now questions why a formal ceremony is being planned if there was no truth to the earlier reports.

She described the situation as confusing and unfair to Nairobi residents, who rely on their leaders to provide accurate information.

She further criticised the governor for allegedly moving forward with the process without involving the public.

Omanga said major decisions such as transferring county functions should not be handled privately or rushed through without consulting the people.

She insisted that Nairobi residents have the right to participate in discussions that shape how their county operates.

According to Omanga, devolution was introduced to ensure services are brought closer to citizens while also giving them the power to hold leaders accountable.

She warned that shifting county functions to the national government without proper engagement could weaken the purpose of devolution.

She stressed that such changes must be handled carefully to avoid affecting service delivery.

Omanga also raised concerns about the possible impact of the transfer on essential services.

She argued that residents deserve to know which functions are being moved, the reasons behind the decision, and how it will affect service efficiency.

She said transparency would help remove suspicion and create confidence among residents.

The former senator urged Governor Sakaja to prioritise public participation before making final decisions.

She emphasised that involving citizens in governance builds trust and strengthens democracy.

She added that leaders should be willing to listen to public concerns instead of making decisions that may appear secretive.