Written By Lisa Murimi
The County Public Investments and Special Funds Senate Committee abruptly ended its meeting with Nyamira Governor Amos Nyaribo on Friday, demanding a more detailed audit report within 21 days.Â
The governor was appearing before the committee to address discrepancies in the use of county funds for the financial years 2020/2021, 2021/2022, and 2022/2023 in Nyamira Municipality.
Led by Senator Godfrey Osotsi, the committee raised concerns over irregularities highlighted in the Auditor General’s report, particularly regarding road construction projects and unsupported hotel allowances.
Governor Nyaribo was questioned about delays in the completion of two public roads, the Public Works Offices-Nyamira Hospital Junction Road and the Borabu Inn-Golan Heights Resort Road.
He assured the committee that the projects had resumed and were nearing completion.
Regarding unsupported hotel allowances, Nyaribo cited administrative oversight but stated that corrective measures had been taken to maintain proper records.
However, the committee found the explanation unsatisfactory, as no supporting documents had been presented during the initial audit.
Senator Osotsi ordered a re-audit of the road projects and directed the governor to submit a revised report to the Auditor General within 21 days for further scrutiny.
