Residents of Ashabito in Mandera North can now access government services with ease following the official operationalization of Ashabito Sub-County, a move aimed at enhancing service delivery and promoting local development.

The new administrative unit was launched by Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku, who also installed Evaristus Mbaisi as the first Deputy County Commissioner (DCC) of the newly established sub-county.

Speaking during the launch, CS Ruku reaffirmed the government's commitment to ensuring equitable access to services across the country. "This marks a turning point for Ashabito residents, who will no longer have to travel long distances to seek essential government services.

These services will now be available right here in their own sub-county," said the CS.