NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 27 \u2013 Former Nominated Senator Millicent Omanga has declined President William Ruto\u2019s appointment to the Nairobi Rivers Commission, citing personal reasons.<\/p>\n
Omanga\u2019s decision comes after President Ruto reshuffled the Commission\u2019s leadership, appointing Bishop Margaret Wanjiru as chair to lead the ambitious mission of revitalizing the Nairobi River.<\/p>\n
She was set to replace former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu, whose appointment was legally challenged.<\/p>\n
\u201cI\u2019m deeply honored and grateful to H.E. @WilliamsRuto for the trust you\u2019ve shown in appointing me to serve on the Nairobi Rivers Commission,\u201d she wrote on her X account. <\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s truly a privilege to be considered for such a vital role in improving our beloved Nairobi\u2019s environment and public health.\u201d <\/p>\n
However, after reflection, she decided not to take up the position, stating, \u201cAfter careful consideration, I must respectfully decline the appointment due to personal reasons.\u201d<\/p>\n
Despite stepping back from the appointment, Omanga emphasized her dedication to Nairobi\u2019s environmental restoration. <\/p>\n
\u201cI remain committed to supporting efforts aimed at restoring Nairobi\u2019s rivers and stand ready to contribute in any capacity that aligns with my current commitments,\u201d she said in her statement.<\/p>\n
President Ruto established the Nairobi Rivers Commission to restore Nairobi\u2019s rivers and transform them into sustainable urban resources. <\/p>\n
The rivers have long suffered from pollution, neglect, and urban encroachment, posing severe health risks to residents. <\/p>\n
Ruto\u2019s reconstituted Commission, initially comprising political figures, environmental experts, and community leaders, was tasked with cleaning and rehabilitating these water bodies to make them suitable for urban use.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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