Meru Governor Mutuma unveils team of advisors

Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma with Prof Gitile Naituli who he picked as his new political advisor. Julius M'Inoti will serve as his legal advisor. [Phares Mutembei, Standard]

Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma has unveiled a new team of advisors as he seeks to transform the fortunes of his devolved unit.

Among the appointees is management and leadership expert Prof Gitile Naituli.

Governor Mutuma said the experts will support the county government in key areas of governance.

Naituli, one of the country's foremost political analysts, will act as the Governor's political advisor while Julius M'Inoti will serve as his legal advisor.

Reagan Kaberia, the CEO of community empowerment and child rights NGO Zoe Kenya, was picked as his economic advisor.

Governor Mutuma said Mr Kaberia will guide his administration in financial issues, and said he meant to tap into the wealth of experience and expertise the new team of advisors possess, to spur the growth of the county.

"I am pleased to introduce my newly appointed Advisors who will be supporting my office in key areas of governance," Mutuma stated.

He said bringing in Prof Naituli will help in promoting unity and development in Meru.

"His wealth of knowledge in leadership and governance will be key in promoting unity, inclusivity, and political stability in Meru. I am confident that with this strong team by my side, we are on the right path to overcoming the challenges we face as a county. Their guidance will help us make better-informed decisions for the benefit of all Meru residents," he said.

Since he took over after the impeachment of Kawira Mwangaza, the new county boss has made several appointments from various political parties as he bids to implement his state agenda of uniting the people and leaders in the county.

He picked Linda Kiome, who was the running mate of then UDA candidate Mithika Linturi for the Governorship, as the Deputy Governor.