By EDITORIAL More by this AuthorThe amendment of the county governments law is a significant step in strengthening devolution. The change makes it mandatory for governors to appoint their deputies promptly should there be a vacancy in that office. Nairobi County has gone without a deputy governor since the occupant, Mr Polycarp Igathe, left in January 2018. Governor Mike Sonko has capitalised on a void in law in regard to replacement in that office when there is a vacancy. Proper structures are vital to ensure the county system works.

Source: Daily Nation July 10, 2020 20:47 UTC