Kiambu Governor William Kabogo has warned county staff against engaging in corruption saying that proper mechanisms have been put in place to curb graft in the county.
Speaking during the ground-breaking ceremony of Tatu Industrial Park in Ruiru on Tuesday, Kabogo said that corruption will not be tolerated at the county level.
The Kiambu county governor asked staff to acquit themselves and adhere to Chapter Six of the constitution on Integrity.
“We have put in place proper mechanisms to guard against corruption and misuse of public resources at the county level and we are encouraging staff to familiarize with Chapter Six of the constitution,” said Kabogo.
The governor added that all county revenue collections have been automated. He said that loopholes likely to be used by corrupt individuals and cartels will be sealed.
He also said that county staffs are being sensitized on matters of corruption, governance and integrity. Kabogo urged Kiambu residents to report county staff or officials who demand bribes before delivering services.
The governor at the same time called for collaborated efforts in taming graft which he said is bleeding the country’ economy.
“Leaders, whether we are in government or the opposition, must work towards a common goal that will eradicate graft and ensure proper use of public resources,” he advised.
The Kiambu boss at the same time said that his government will support the measures being taken by the national government to tame corruption.
On Monday in an address to the nation from State House Nairobi, President Uhuru Kenyatta declared corruption a threat to national security and development.
Kenyatta vowed to eradicate the vice calling on the support of all Kenyans, the private sector, the church, the media and civil society groups.
There have been concerns and allegations of massive corruption in the government with opposition leaders calling on President Kenyatta to act tough on corruption.