Governors are the owners of housing project, not National Gov't - CS Kuria

Speaking during the Big Conversation debate hosted by Citizen TV, CS Kuria explained that the programme which has been a subject of national debate would be implemented in the devolved units.

Kuria underscored that the 47 governors would be handed over the mantle of overseeing the rollout of the project.

“The conversation is missing a point, the government is not the owner of this program, it is going to be implemented in the counties,” Kuria said.

“It is actually the 47 governors who are the owners of the program because we are going to have all the counties earmarked land and projects for the affordable housing project in all corners of the country irrespective of the political persuasion.”

While citing the recent visit by President William Ruto to Homa Bay County, Kuria underscored that the programme is meant to improve the livelihoods of all Kenyans and should be welcomed by all.

Asked why the conversation was revolving around the president, his deputy and members of parliament and not necessarily debated by county bosses, the CS intimated that the governors should be questioned whether they want development in their regions or not.

"You as the media should ask the governors if they want jobs for their people or not. Ask them if they don’t want their youths to secure employment, for carpenters, builders, are there no people in your area who live in slums?" He posed.

The CS consequently urged Kenyans to unite in support of the Housing project and underlook political affiliations.