Trans Nzoia County Governor Dr. George Natembeya attended a Lent Sunday service at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church Kibomet in Kwanza Sub County today. The service, led by Father Moses Nandakoye, saw the governor join the congregation in worship, where he emphasized the vital role of the clergy in society.
Governor Natembeya, addressing the gathered worshippers, urged Christians, who make up 80% of the country’s population, to heed the guidance of church ministers, whom he described as a bridge between God and mankind. He commended the clergy for their selflessness and servant leadership, stressing that they have always prioritized the well-being of the people over personal gain.
He also had a strong message for political leaders, urging them to stop attacking the clergy, especially when they speak out on behalf of the underprivileged. “Kenyans, especially Christians, must submit to the leadership of the Church, which is led by the spirit of stewardship. The clergy was given to us by God, and we must listen to them,” said the governor.
Governor Natembeya further criticized the political elite, particularly Members of Parliament, for their failure to advocate for the common citizen. “Have you seen a single member of parliament stand up to speak for the common mwananchi of this country?” he asked, urging Kenyans to unite behind the clergy, who he described as the pillars of hope and salvation for the nation.
He stressed that the country's recovery could only be achieved by listening to the clergy, who act as the conscience of the Church. The governor also praised the Kenya Catholic Bishops Conference and other Protestant bishops for their unwavering commitment to liberating the people of Kenya.
In a related matter, Governor Natembeya voiced concerns over the Social Health Insurance (SHA) reimbursement model, calling it a serious threat to public healthcare in the county. He criticized the “sickness weights” model, claiming that its lack of transparency had resulted in financial instability in public hospitals, endangering the delivery of healthcare services. “With the registration of many Kenyans, some of whom don’t work, getting treated for free, healthcare has become tedious and expensive with no financial returns,” the governor stated.
He warned that unless SHA released the necessary funds for procuring pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical products, many county hospitals would be forced to close their doors. “If reimbursements are not made, there will be no more services rendered,” Natembeya declared.
The governor was accompanied by several county officials, including Kwanza Ward Representative Sarah Lubano, Chief Officers Sammy Sichangi (Governance), Dr. Roselyne Nasiebanda (Lands), Patrick Osoro (Agriculture), Jane Wachwenge (Youth and Sports), Dr. Felix Sialo (Director of Communications), Lucy Nyambura (Director of Special Programs), Emmanuel Waswa Simiyu (Economic Advisor), and the governor’s personal advisor Emmanuel Wamalwa.
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