Migori residents have had to wait a little longer to see their governor Okoth Obado. This is after revelations emerged claiming that the county chief is still in Nairobi.
It is alleged that the county boss spent the night at his Nairobi home where he was visited by church leaders, relatives and close friends.
As the county awaited him, Obado issued a statement, saying he was ready to continue with his duties as governor after missing in action for so long.
“Let me take this opportunity to thank the People of Migori, Members of the County Assembly of Migori, the Staff of the County Government of Migori, my supporters, my legal team, friends and my family for standing with me during this trying moment. I also thank the court for listening to our request and granting me the bail. This has now given me opportunity to effectively work for the people of Migori as their governor. I promise to respect the court and abide by the conditions it set. I urge all our leaders, regardless of their political or ethnic affiliations, to embrace peace and unity so that as a family we steer forward the development agenda of our county.
Thank you so much; may God bless you all,” said Obado.
In Migori, his supporters were expecting him to return home but were disappointed to learn that the governor may have to spend a few more days in Nairobi. A group of youth had gathered at the Migori town bus terminus yesterday morning, following reports Obado was on his way from Nairobi. ‘
“Someone told us the governor is coming today, so we have been waiting for him. We are however now disappointed to hear he is not coming,” said Martin Okuta, a resident of Migori town. Migori County Assembly Deputy Sergeant-at-Arms Andy Ondong said Migori residents have welcomed the decision to free Obado on bail and were waiting to welcome him home. “We are very happy. We have missed him,” said Ondong. The supporters are eagerly waiting for his arrival in Migori and are hoping to throw a homecoming ceremony of sorts for him.
Obado’s co-accused Michael Oyamo (personal assistant) and Migori County Clerk Caspal Obiero remained in custody after being denied bail. Judge Lesiit ruled that the release of Oyamo and Obiero would cause fear and anxiety among members of the public. She also cited security concerns as part of the reasons why the two will remain at the Industrial Area Remand Prison.