Narok, Kenya – Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the murder of a 29-year-old surveyor in Narok town. The surveyor, identified as Lawrence Nkamasiai, was tragically killed on Thursday morning as he entered his residence in the K24 Estate.

According to Kenya New Agency, Narok County Commissioner Isaac Masinde announced the arrests following a closed-door meeting with Narok Governor Patrick Ntutu, Narok County Assembly Speaker Davis Dikirr, and Majority Leader Dominic Lemain. According to Masinde, the two individuals detained are expected to provide crucial information regarding Nkamasiai's murder. He urged residents with any relevant information to come forward and assist the police.

Masinde addressed the concerns about increased insecurity in Narok, particularly those amplified by social media. He emphasized that this incident was the first murder in the area since November 2023 and dismissed claims of targeted violence against any community in Narok County. He stressed the region's cosmopolitan nature, where diverse communities coexist peacefully.

Governor Ntutu mourned the loss of Nkamasiai, whom he described as an intelligent and hardworking individual. In response to the incident, Ntutu revealed plans to enhance security measures in the town, including the installation of security lights and the establishment of a new police post. He also emphasized the peaceful coexistence in the county and called for residents, including those from other counties, to maintain this harmony.

Additionally, Ntutu advised landlords in Narok to maintain tenant profiles to aid in identifying individuals in case of criminal activities. He had earlier visited the family of the late Nkamasiai to offer his condolences to the widow and their three-year-old child.

Narok North Member of Parliament Agnes Pareyio, who also visited the deceased's family, echoed the need for swift investigations into the murder. Pareyio highlighted the rising concerns about insecurity in Narok and its surroundings and called for intensified patrols by the security team.

The late Lawrence Nkamasiai is scheduled to be laid to rest tomorrow, Saturday, at his home in the Leshuta area of Narok West Sub-county.

MIGORI COUNTY - Migori County Governor, Ochillo Ayacko, has addressed allegations regarding the misappropriation of funds in the county, following concerns raised in a letter to the Controller of Budget.

According to Kenya New Agency, who spoke at the County official residence, the management of the budget aligns with the Public Finance Management Act. He emphasized that it is the responsibility of the Controller of the Budget to compile financial reports. This response comes in the wake of a letter sent in January by Migori Senator, Eddy Oketch, to the Controller of Budget. In his letter, Oketch expressed concerns about the transparency and accountability of Migori County's budget management, specifically pointing to the high and alarming figures attributed to domestic travel and subsistence allowance.

The report had sparked questions about fiscal responsibility, prompting Governor Ochilo's direct response. Ochilo clarified that the letter from Senator Oketch was intended to seek clarification and ensure the efficient allocation of financial resources for the benefit of the county.

Ochilo explained that the high figures in question, amounting to Sh 184, 611, 014 million, resulted from clustering all expenditure items together under the category of domestic travel and subsistence allowance. He stated that the Report of the Controller of the Budget did not allege any legal violations in the implementation of the county budget or misappropriation of funds.

The governor assured Migori residents that the budget was implemented lawfully and that no public funds were lost under his administration. He further explained that the office of the Controller of Budget is tasked with ensuring that county budgets comply with the Public Finance Management Act and its regulations.

Additionally, Ochilo emphasized the importance of transparency and accountability in budget management. He mentioned that his administration has broken down the budget to avoid errors previously made by lumping figures together, which led to misconceptions about fund mismanagement.

Governor Ochillo Ayacko's response highlights the commitment to maintaining transparency and accountability in budget management in Migori County, ensuring that public funds are appropriately used for the benefit of its residents.