Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii has distanced himself from a series of incomplete or “ghost” projects flagged by the Senate Public Accounts Committee, stating they were initiated by his predecessor, current Senator Jackson Mandago. Speaking during a public function in Kesses on Wednesday, Bii said the projects worth millions of shillings were rolled out towards the end of Mandago’s term as governor, leaving his administration with the burden of completing them.
“These projects were started hastily as Mandago was leaving office. It’s unfair to blame me for their current state,” said Governor Bii. He cautioned against politicizing development issues, accusing Senator Mandago of meddling in his leadership and attempting to shift blame for failures that occurred during his own tenure.
Bii also raised concern over threats that he may not be re-elected in 2027 due to the incomplete projects. He emphasized that such threats were politically motivated and meant to derail his administration’s focus on service delivery. “Let us not engage in blame games. I will not be distracted or intimidated,” he stated.
The governor also took the opportunity to respond to recent remarks by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua regarding the 2027 general election. Bii criticized Gachagua’s statements, calling them reckless and potentially harmful to the country’s peace and unity. He warned that invoking the painful memories of the 2007 post-election violence, especially in a county like Uasin Gishu that was deeply affected, could undo the gains made in national reconciliation and cohesion.
“Uasin Gishu is home to many communities that now live in peace. Such statements risk opening old wounds and breeding disharmony,” Bii said.
He urged national leaders to act with responsibility and promote unity rather than division. The governor reaffirmed his commitment to fostering peace and development in Uasin Gishu and called on leaders at all levels to avoid political interference and instead support the county’s progress.
