Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii has ordered for closure of all night clubs and bars that operate in residential areas in Eldoret due to increased abuse of alcohol and drugs among youth. Bii said most of the bars and clubs are operating illegally and allow children to engage in drinking alcohol, among other vices. “We now have bars and clubs at every corner in residential areas and estates and that is unacceptable if we really care about the morals in our society,” the governor said. Governor Bii has announced the formation of a task force to investigate the root cause and ways to curb increased abuse of alcohol and drug in the region. Governor Bii said his administration would also carry out outreach programmes to sensitise residents on the dangers of the illicit alcohol.

Source: The Star December 12, 2022 00:02 UTC