K.O.T make light of the situation as Gov. Sonko hands over Nairobi County to National Government

Governor Sonko has handed over key responsibilities of Nairobi County over to the National Government.

According to a report on Capital News, Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has surrendered key county functions to the National Government, in the wake of corruption charges facing him.

Sonko, who is out on bond, is barred by the court from setting foot in office until his case is heard and determined.

Kenyans on Twitter were eager to share their perspectives on the unprecedented move as key functions of the County including Health, Transport, Public Works and Planning are now under the National Government. Most are amused by the handing over ceremony:

Wamalwa's smile aki! Worth a 1000 words. #SonkoSurrenders pic.twitter.com/NeJQSFTyuZ

— Dr. John Njenga Karugia PhD. (@johnnjenga) February 26, 2020

Eyes on the ball; Not bothered what Eugene writes, but Sonko must make no mistakes 🤣🤣 #SonkoSurrenders pic.twitter.com/1kU8ca8Kmc

— Phelix G-Cord (@PhelixOchola) February 26, 2020

https://twitter.com/Ukkenyata/status/1232535369104678912

https://twitter.com/AlmamyMoha/status/1232570478159683589

However, in the aftermath of the handover, a few concerns have been raised. Most importantly is who in particular will be controlling the monies for the major functions once under Sonko’s control.

Before we accuse @MikeSonko for the move we also need to know how the disbursement was being done from the National Government.

The governor only gave out functions which involve projects which need high capital. #SonkoSurrenders

— Nichodemus Mwania (@nichomaingi) February 26, 2020

Governor Mike Mbuvi Sonko and Devolution Cabinet Secretary Eugene Wamalwa in concurrence with H.E President Uhuru Kenyatta, signed an agreement, handing over functions of the Nairobi County Government to the National Government, pursuant to Article 187 of the Constitution, at State House yesterday (25.02.2020).