Standard Group CEO Orlando Lyomu West Pokot Governor Simon Kachapin. [Peter Ochieng, Standard]
He said his administration in the coming weeks will complete the Nasukuta abattoir and open it for farmers to take their livestock and boost their income. He said the ongoing construction of a cement factory in Sebit will explore the large limestone deposits in the county and provide jobs for young people.
"West Pokot should not only be known for bad things. We have a lot to offer and that is why I said it is a county of hidden treasure," said the governor.
Mr Lyomu said Standard Group is focused on forming partnerships with various county governments. He highlighted the promotion of sports in the neighbouring Uasin Gishu County through the Eldoret City Marathon which has over the past years promoted mitigation of climate change through sports.
"We will focus on promoting various sectors, especially agriculture and sports, as we have done in other places. We look forward to having more engagements to discuss ways of ensuring more partnerships for the mutual benefit of both the partners," said Mr Lyomu.
He said the group's media platforms have promoted agri-business and climate action.
Standard Group Editor-in-Chief Ochieng Rapuro was present.