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Energy PS hopeful promises to lower cost of electricity

Energy nominee Alex Wachira during his vetting at County Hall, Nairobi. [Elvis Ogina, Stanard]

Energy Principal Secretary nominee Alex Wachira has promised to lower cost of power if his nomination is approved by the National Assembly.

Mr Wachira said he will deal with "rogue" independent power providers whom he blamed for a surge in the cost of electricity and being a hindrance to international companies setting up shop in the country.

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