Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa has challenged MPs to enact legislation that would allow county governments to directly manage the Roads Maintenance Levy Fund (RMLF).
He argued that devolving control would enhance efficiency and transparency in infrastructure development.
Speaking on Thursday in Malava Sub-county during the distribution of essential drugs and pharmaceuticals to health facilities, Governor Barasa criticized the national government's continued management of the fund, terming it unconstitutional and a violation of the spirit of devolution. "The MPs are frustrating devolution.
We have a right to claim close to Sh10.5 billion for counties to implement road maintenance projects more efficiently," he said.
