[Garissa Governor Nathif Jama addressing a press conference. He wants his locals to elect in visionary leaders who can help improve the general growth of the county.] (the-star.co.ke)
Garissa Governor Nathif Jama has called upon his constituents to shun clan politics and vote in individuals with development history.
Speaking during the commissioning of Bura Water Extension Project and opening of a multipurpose hall, Jama attacked his gubernatorial opponent Ali Karane, who has been endorsed by his clan for the post.
“We know some of them and the positions they held while in government. There is nothing to be admired or to be said about them, only controversies," he said.
"Voters are wiser based on the primaries, where the seasoned politicians were voted out. We shall witness a similar scenario on August 8,” added Jama.
He promised to remain focused and help transform the county to one-stop-shop business hub by launching and improving critical infrastructure.
In April last year Ali, a former Information PS, was endorsed by his Abduwak clan to vie for the governorship while Jama is backed by his Aulian clan.
In the 2013 election, Ali came second to Jama, narrowly losing to his with only 2812 votes. He has been constantly been involved with the county politics accusing Jama of mismanagement of resources by turning the County into a “cash cow”.
“People are disappointed and have not seen the benefit of devolution. All the sub counties, including Nathif’s hometown, have collapsed for lack of services,” he said.