The Council of Governors (CoG) has appointed Wajir Governor Ahmed Abdullahi as the chairperson, replacing Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru.

Abdullahi takes over the mantle when devolved units deal with critical issues such as healthcare and resource mobilization, intending to improve coordination between national and county governments.

Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga has been appointed Vice Chair, while Nandi Governor Stephen Sang will serve as the Chief Whip.

Together, the three will steer the CoG's agenda, ensuring that counties continue receiving the assistance and resources required to drive Kenya's devolution efforts.

The new Council of Governors leadership team includes key members appointed to lead critical committees.

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Kakamega Governor Fernandez Baraza will chair the Finance Committee, while Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki will lead the Health Committee.

Vihiga Governor Wilberforce Otichilo will lead the Environment and Forestry Committee, while Bungoma Governor Ken Lusaka will oversee the Agricultural Committee.

Garissa Governor Nathif Adam will chair the Arid and Semi-Arid Lands Committee, and Kericho Governor Eric Mutai will lead the Education Committee.

West Pokot Governor Simon Kachapin will head the Gender, Youth, and Sports Committee, while Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja will head the Human Resource, Labour, and Social Welfare Committee.

Other appointments include Elgeyo Marakwet Governor Wesley Rotich as chair of the ICT Committee, Kisumu Governor Professor Anyang’ Nyong’o overseeing the Lands and Housing Committee, and Migori Governor Achillo Ayacko heading the Legal Committee.