The Meru county government has officially sworn in six people to be the new members of the Meru Municipality Board.
The appointments mark a renewed commitment to inclusive leadership, enhanced service delivery, and urban transformation.
The appointment is also a major stride towards achieving city status.
Governor Mutuma M’Ethingia, who presided over the swearing-in ceremony, emphasized the importance of inclusivity, youth representation, and advocacy for persons with disabilities in the board’s composition.
“This team embodies the values that will drive Meru’s urban evolution. Their varied experiences and commitment to service will be instrumental in shaping a cleaner, more prosperous, and peaceful Meru,” he said.
The Governor also revealed that the County Assembly is reviewing the nomination of one more female board member.
Once approved, the number of women on the board will rise to three, reinforcing the county’s pledge to gender balance and inclusive governance.
As Meru intensifies its push for city status, Governor M’Ethingia stressed the need to boost the county’s own source revenue and implement timely development projects.
He pledged to work closely with the Chamber of Commerce to identify new revenue streams, highlighting initiatives such as waste-to-wealth programs and upgraded market infrastructure.
“A thriving city is known by its order, sanitation, commerce, and urban vibrancy. We are determined to make Meru a model of modern urban excellence,” said the governor.
According to the county leadership, Meru already meets the technical qualifications for city status.
The focus now shifts to sealing existing gaps and optimizing high-potential sectors such as agriculture, health, tourism, and trade.
Governor M’Ethingia concluded with a rallying call:
“Peace builds development, and development nurtures peace. With integrity and unity, we will honor our forefathers’ legacy and transform Meru into a city that works for all.”
The newly appointed board members include Joshua Kirimi Mungania, Joseph Kaburu Mbogori, David Rukunga Ntarangwi, Latif Kinyua Mbaya, and Bishop Edward Kirimi Mburia, who also assumes the role of Chairman of the Revenue Board.
They join existing board members Charles Ikunywa, Peninnah Kambura, and County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Lands, Joy Kawritha, to form a dynamic and diverse team.
So these are the people behind Meru county distraction so that they now have the power they thought is more important than Meru. Shame on you evil lot.