The Office of Bungoma Governor Wycliffe Wangamati has issued a statement, following reports that Deputy Governor Charles Ngome collapsed in Nairobi on Wednesday.
Reports said the Prof collapsed and was rushed to a Nairobi hospital.
Below is a statement from the governor's communication team.
"Deputy Governor H.E. Prof Charles Kibanani Ngome was today morning scheduled for an interview on Sulwe FM.
As his aides picked him from his hotel, he told them that he wasn't feeling well and wanted to be checked before proceeding to the interview.
He was driven to Nairobi Hospital for check up where as it were, the doctors recommended a bed rest as they monitor him. As it's, the Prof is well, full of life, and in his characteristic element.
In his own words, 'I am only waiting for the doctor's okay for me to hit the road'.
From the office of the Governor: "Quick recovery Prof."