A human rights activist from Nyamira County has urged the area county government to establish a kitty for nominated members to make them relevant in the new dispensation.
Speaking at Mwongori market, Clare Nyabuto from Mars Group, said most nominated Member of County Assembly (MCA) were undergoing difficulties while trying to execute their mandate due to limited resources.
“They need resources to empower the group they are representing in the county assembly. Under the new dispensation every member has his roles but it is becoming hard for the MCAs to do their jobs,” said Nyabuto.
She urged the county leadership to consider setting aside funds for them so that they can be relevant to the special group they represent besides urging elected MCAs to back their colleagues.
“It will be quite easy if they get a certain funding so that they can help whether women, youths, minority or any other group they represent. This will enable them to help adequately in development not only in the county but also the nation,” added Nyabuto.
She said the move will see many groups being empowered economically and hence reduction of poverty levels at grassroots.