[A woman walks past carcasses of cattle in the drought-stricken Eladow area in Wajir. Leaders say some areas have been ignored] Photo/the-star.co.ke]Iftin MCA Mohamed Gabow has said that the county government and the National Disaster Management Authority are ignoring some areas in Garissa that are being affected by the current drought.
Mr Gabow said some areas especially the rural areas are getting more attention while other wards within Garissa which are being ignored are equally affected.
He said the county and the national government should step up drought mitigation measures in all affected areas to ensure that the affected families receive basic items needed for their survival.
The MCA said many residents especially in his area lack food and water following the persistent dry spell in the region.
Mr Gabow said areas such as Jariroth, Bula Rahma, Korakora, Eldere and Libahle should be given equal attention since they have also been affected.
“It is unfortunate to see the county government and the National Disaster Management Authority solely focusing on the rural areas, forgetting some wards within Garissa which are equally affected.”
“We want the national and county government and the other entities charged with the responsibility of tackling drought to be consultative when undertaking this exercise. All areas should be given equal attention because the drought has affected all. The situation is dire and is worsening by the day,” Mr Gabow said.