The County Assembly has been drawn to the attention of reshuffles done by the Governor HE Joseph Ole Lenku particularly the appointment of one Sankaire Tima as Chief Officer for Finance. This afternoon, a Motion was moved by the Majority Leader, Hon. John Loisa, highlighting the urgent need to reassess this appointment due to significant concerns regarding the nominee’s professional conduct, revenue performance, audit reports, and interpersonal skills.
The nominee has repeatedly failed to comply with County Assembly procedures and has shown a lack of cooperation in financial matters, leading to frustration and inefficiency.
Under his previous tenure, the county experienced a severe decline in revenue, with a 36.3% decrease overall and a 37% drop in local collections for FY 2019/20.
Numerous audit queries were raised during his tenure, including unsupported county revenue, non-compliance with revenue collection procedures, undocumented payments, and unsupported insurance and imprest transactions.
The role of Chief Officer for Finance & Economic Planning demands integrity, motivation, and an ability to work under pressure—qualities that the nominee has not demonstrated.
In light of these concerns, the County Assembly calls upon HE Joseph Ole Lenku to nullify the appointment of Sankaire Tima as Chief Officer for Finance & Economic Planning. This decision is made in the best interest of the county’s financial health and governance.
Commitment to ensuring accountability and transparency in the county’s leadership remains unwavering. The recent protests by youth demanding better service delivery are a testament to the growing need for competent and ethical leaders.
The County Assembly stands united in upholding these principles and calls for immediate action to rectify this situation.
