Amb. Ekitela Lokaale
@eelokaale
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The Star, Kenya: "LOKAALE, KIPTOO: Bottom-up approach can be used to address climate change" —
#ClimateAction
#COP27
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This afternoon, I had the honour to present my Letter of Credence to the Secretary General of
@UN
Mr.
@antonioguterres
at the UN HQs in New York. Kenya and the UN have a long and rich history of cooperation in promoting peace and stability, devt and human rights. We’ll build upon
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When you have lunch with two of your foremost teachers of law, it is a big deal.
@ProfPLOLumumba
taught me the theory of law at
@uonbi
. Prof
@makaumutua
taught me the practice of human rights law
@thekhrc
. Both have continued to have a big influence. 🙏
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This morning, I appeared before the
@NAssemblyKE
Committee on Defence, Foreign Relations and Intelligence for parliamentary approval following my nomination as Kenya’s Permanent Representative to the UN in New York. I thank the Committee for the opportunity to interact with them.
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Called on the Speaker of the National Assembly of Kenya. The Rt. Hon
@HonWetangula
is my senior in the legal profession, a long-serving legislator and had a hugely consequential stint as Kenya’s Foreign Affairs Minister. He shared many useful insights for which I am grateful 🙏
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I met the President of the UN General Assembly
@UN_PGA
H.E. Dennis Francis and conveyed to him the warm wishes of the President and people of Kenya.
I thanked President Francis for visiting Kenya during the
#UNEA6
in Nairobi and for supporting the agenda of the
@KenyaMissionUN
.
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Had a fruitful meeting with H.E. Zhang Zhizhong, Minister Counsellor and Deputy Chief of Mission at the Chinese Embassy in Nairobi to discuss partnership with the Secretariat for the South Sudan Mediation Process which will be hosted by H.E. President
@WilliamsRuto
.
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It was a pleasure to receive and hold enriching conversations with Mr. Miroslav Jenča UN Assistant Secretary General (ASG) for Political Affairs - Europe, Central Asia and Americas at the
@UNDPPA
. The UN is a critical plank for the success of the Multinational Security Support
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Paid a courtesy visit to Under-Secretary-General and
@ODG_UNON
Director General, Madam
@ZainabHawa
. Our discussions centered around enhancing Kenya-UN relations incl. strengthening of the UN Office in Nairobi and on-going projects including expansion of UN conference facilities
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This morning, I joined other Turkana leaders in condemning the senseless killing of innocent people in Kapedo by armed militia. GOK must protect the lives and property of all Kenyans including those living in Kapedo and other parts of Turkana.
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During today’s UNPBC meeting on Liberia’s peacebuilding and sustaining peace priorities, I lauded Liberia’s remarkable story of emerging from civil war to become an inspiring example of resilience, reconstruction, and reconciliation.
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Delighted to attend the launch
@StateHouseKenya
of the High Level Mediation for South Sudan by H.E. President
@WilliamsRuto
and attended by H.E. President Salva Kiir and several Heads of State and Government. Warms my heart to see brothers embrace each other with love.
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First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win- Mahatma Gandhi
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Very proud to have been part of leadership team that has been negotiating on how to unlock the
#PetroleumBill
impasse in order to make the oil find a blessing for all Kenyans. Thank you
@UKenyatta
@WilliamsRuto
n other leaders for the spirit of give and take.
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“He who finds a wife finds a good thing. And obtains the favour of God”- Proverbs 18:22
My colleague
@wikamar
got engaged to his lovely fiancé Irene Naker in a colourful ceremony at Centre Kwanza in Trans Nzoia County.
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Secretariat for
#SouthSudan
Mediation Process joined Foreign Affairs PS
@SingoeiAKorir
and Special Envoy to the Great Lakes Hon.
@ketercharles
in welcoming Chief Mediator Gen. Lazarus Sumbeiywo and Assistant Mediator Amb. Dr. Mohamed Guyo both seasoned mediators. Congratulations
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Grateful to H.E. Jabril Ibrahim Abdulle
@Ijabril
, Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Somalia to Kenya & Permanent Rep to UNON, UNEP & UN Habitat for hosting me
@SomaliainKenya
this morning. Looking forward to working together to promote peace and sustainable devt in the region
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You see, I am a fan of
#Arsenal
. Yet this evening, I had a cheerful, fun-filled chat with officials of
#MUFC
Turkana Fans Club led by Chairman
@hon_timtimoh
. Our sporting rivalry aside, we were united by one shared desire: to
#donateblood
and save lives on
#ValentinesDay
.
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Legislating in times of crisis:
@TurkanaAssembly
has been meeting to debate measures to enable
@TurkanaCountyKE
to deal with
#coronavirusInkenya
. Supplementary budget to provide funds for buying medical equipment, relief food for vulnerable groups to be discussed this afternoon.
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The new Council of
@lawsocietykenya
led by President
@NelsonHavi
has more female than male members. It seems my profession is leading the way towards better gender equality and equity and women’s empowerment in Kenya.
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A SAD DAY IN KAINUK- I wish to condemn the terrorist attack last night on Kainuk, Turkana by suspected Pokot bandits. The terrorists injured several people and drove away livestock. This attack makes a mockery of the recent disarmament.
@IG_NPS
@FredMatiangi
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A very proud moment for
#Kenya
. My eyes are tearing at the choice of one of Kenya’s leading daughters
@MarthaKarua
. A huge step towards a more equal and just society that recognizes its women. I last felt this way in August 2010 when our country promulgated the 2010 Constitution.
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Chevening Scholarships are for future leaders, who have a passion for their communities, to study in the UK. Please join me, a Chevening alumnus, tomorrow from 7.00 p.m. on Radio Akicha 99.5 Mhz as I share my story in the hope that it will encourage more future leaders to apply.
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After attending Sunday Mass, I had to make time to catch up with my friends TUCUSA
@CountyStudents
President
@lokwamoe
and Organising Secretary
@LoogHon
over a meal and coffee. I always enjoy the deep conversations with these gentlemen and wish them the very best in their studies
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Had the pleasure of being visited at home on
#EasterMonday
by my friend
@EEkuwom
. We had ‘chai’ and time to catch up. I am always amazed by the depth and clarity of ideas among the
#Turkana
youth. They are so refreshing. They fill me with hope. Clearly, the time is now!
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Happy World Kiswahili Language Day! Kiswahili kitukuzwe!
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On this International Day of UN Peacekeepers, I join the rest of the world in honouring the men and women who have dedicated their lives to the cause of peace and security across the world. We recognize and appreciate your service and sacrifice.
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YESTERDAY, the
@TurkanaAssembly
passed amendments to the law that will unlock funds meant for WOMEN and the YOUTH. TODAY we passed amendments to law that will avail funds for the COUNTY BIASHARA FUND and the COOPERATIVE ENTERPRISE DEVT FUND. Major milestones!
@TurkanaCountyKE
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Together with Turkana
@GovNanok
Senator
@ProfMalachyEkal
Turkana MPs
@CNakuleu
@emanikor_joyce
Hon. Epuyo,
@HonLomenen
Hon. Lodepe, Hon. Lokiru and County Attorney
@Mwenyewe76
attended the Pastoralists Parliamentary Group meeting on
#BBI
report and Constitution amendment Bill
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I have seen a lot on the campaign trail- hope and despair, faith and hurt... But nothing compares to outpouring of emotion on our
@JubileePartyK
tour of Turkana North. Gov
@JMunyes1
is loved here ❤️❤️❤️. This old man n entire village hugged and cried. Emotions ran high everywhere
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This
#ValentinesDay2020
I joined more than 100
#ManUnited
fans who had come to show love by donating blood
@MOHTurkana
. We are calling on more residents of
#Turkana
and the rest of Kenya to
#donateblood
.
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“Praise the Lord, my soul.
Lord my God, you are very great. You are clothed with splendor and majesty”- Psalms 104:1 🙏
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I have known/ worked with some of the individuals appointed by President
@WilliamsRuto
to the position of PS. They are among the finest and the best in their trades Congratulations
@SingoeiAKorir
@GeoffreyKaituko
@AlfredKOmbudo
@veronicanduva
. Go ahead and make your country proud
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To celebrate this year’s
#ValentinesDay
I joined
@MOHTurkana
, ManUtd and Arsenal fans in Turkana in a drive to
#donateblood
and save lives. And the fans did not disappoint. They turned up in large numbers with the message: you don’t have to be a doctor to save a life.
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I would like to heartily congratulate the new Members of
@TurkanaAssembly
on taking the oath of office. My congratulations also to my friend
@CNakuleu
on his election as Speaker. With his vast experience as a legislator, I have confidence in Hon. Nakuleu’s leadership. Hongera!
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Thanking
@oxfaminKE
for the generous donation of a motor vehicle to
@TurkanaAssembly
to aid our work with communities including consultations during law making. Our
#Governance
and
#Accountability
work will be enabled. Grateful to
@SumananjaliM
and your team.
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“Blessed are the poor in spirit for they shall inherit the Kingdom of heaven”. With our
@UDAKenya
Chairman Sen.
@nduyamuthama
Hon
@emanikor_joyce
and Hon
@pakujah
at the burial of Mr. Etiir Nalengo’s wife in Rongai, Nairobi. Rest in eternal peace, Mama Bishop. Till we meet again
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“Women belong in all places where decisions are being made. … It shouldn't be that women are the exception.”-Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Last evening I consulted with some of my female colleagues
@TurkanaAssembly
. They have a very clear vision of the Turkana they want for all of us. 🙏
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While waiting to join University of Nairobi, I taught at my alma mater Lodwar High School. So I consider myself a teacher. On spiritual matters I am a Catholic. So I was in good company today when I joined Catholic teachers of Central Deanery to talk about “Christ the teacher” n
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We are already at the
#Akicha
radio studios to speak about the
#Chevening
Scholarships. Tune in to 99.5 MHz and let’s talk about
#Chevening
.
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@Karanjakibicho
@ngaosKE
@NPSC_KE
As you pursue the arsonists of Kuresoi, I hope you will one day feel the pain of the Turkana women and children who were rendered defenseless by your selective disarmament and are now killed every day by armed
#Pokot
bandits. Women and children are fleeing Lopii in Turkana East.
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“The crowds that went ahead of him and those that followed shouted, “Hosanna to the Son of David!” “Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!” “Hosanna in the highest heaven!””
Matthew 21:9
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#ClimateChange
is real. The drought that is currently ravaging
@FCDCKenya
counties is proof. Seen devastation in my home county
#Turkana
. Happy to see Kenyan leaders at highest levels mobilizing the country towards
#ClimateAction
.👏👏 👏
@StateHouseKenya
@FirstLadyKenya
@CogChair
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It was a weekend of song, dance and celebrating the beautiful
#Turkana
culture as I led a number of MCAs in attending the traditional wedding of the
@TurkanaAssembly
Majority Whip Hon. Simon Nangiro at Lopur in Turkana West.
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“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God”- Matt. 5:9. In Kabarnet, Baringo County attending a regional peace n security meeting bringing together Governors, Speakers, MPs, MCAs n security teams from Turkana, Baringo, West Pokot, EMC, Samburu Counties
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With colleagues and friends at the Africa Climate Summit
#ACS23
in Nairobi, Kenya. “Driving green growth and Climate Finance solutions for Africa”.
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The
@TurkanaAssembly
is keen to promote inclusion of
#refugees
living in
#Kakuma
and
#Kalobeyei
in our legislative processes. Today, we reviewed our partnership with
@RCKKenya
to explore ways of better
#RefugeeIntegration
and
#HumanRights
in
@TurkanaCountyKE
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My condolences and those of
@TurkanaAssembly
to the people of West Pokot County for the tragic loss of lives due to heavy rains. As your brothers and neighbours, we share your grief. May the Lord rest the souls of the departed in eternal peace.
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#SouthSudan
is a wonderful place. It is home to some of the most warm-hearted and generous people I have met. I have formed enduring friendships with many South Sudanese, growing up with them in
#Kakuma
in the 1990s and later in life. Happy 12th Independence Day, brethren!
#SSOT
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Our
@TurkanaAssembly
efforts to promote
#inclusion
of
#PWDs
in law-making received a boost when
@FAOKenya
handed over a
#Braille
copy of
@TurkanaCountyKE
CIDP to Hon. Joseph Epuu, MCA for Letea Ward. We thank
@RugalemaGabriel
and entire
@FAOKenya
team.
#ShapingOurVision
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It is still going on, Mr. President! Houses including schools were burnt down in Kaputir, Turkana South yesterday. Lives were lost in Ngilukia, Turkana East today. It appears that they have not dealt with it firmly, decisively or conclusively.
@WilliamsRuto
@KindikiKithure
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That is true, Wilson. Turkana is indeed amazing. We can’t thank God enough for this beautiful country. couldn’t stop marveling at the potential that Turkana has to feed her people and the rest of Kenya. We shall continue 2 invest in expanding the acreage of land under irrigation.
Hon. Speaker
@eelokaale
of
@TurkanaAssembly
is in Katilu at the invite of area MCA. Accompanying him are MCAs from Turkana South Caucus, Deputy Clerk and Staff. Turkana is amazing.
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At 9 a.m. this morning,
@GovernorNanok
will be delivering his 6th State of the County Address at the
@TurkanaAssembly
. Thereafter, the Assembly will debate the policy propositions in the Address in not more than 4 sittings.
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#Kakuma
refugee camp in
@TurkanaCountyKE
has been home to
#refugees
from various countries since 1992. A child born in here in 1992 is 27 years old today and many have never been to their original homes!
@S_Cansizoglu
@UNHCR_Kenya
@Refugees
@TurkanaAssembly
@GovernorNanok
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Saturday was an eventful day. From early morning talk with elders in T. North n celebrated Mass in T. West. Oropoi was lit. Friends, if
@LochorB
@Nakalale1
@EpetetAngeline
Hons Nyanga and Ajikon are your hosts, be ready for a day of nonstop song, dance, laughter and hospitality.
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In Eldama Ravine attending an incredibly beautiful engagement ceremony (“koito”) for my friend Nandi County Speaker
@kiptoojoshua8
and his beautiful fiancée, Sheila.
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I would like to thank H.E. President
@WilliamsRuto
for the honour to represent my country at the UN at a time when the multilateral system needs fresh impetus. I commit to serve with dignity and dedication.
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Friends, please take the
@AMREFFlyingDocs
Maisha Cover for evacuation during medical emergencies. It costs only KES 2,500 per year and it works. You never know when you will need it.
#AMREF
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We are very proud of Capt. Naker.
MWANAMKE BOMBA
Diana Aupe Naker ni rubani wa ndege za kivita
Naker anahudumu katika kambi ya jeshi ya Embakasi
#CitizenNipashe
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What a joy to join students and old boys of my alma mater
#LodwarHighSchool
for celebration of the school’s 50th Anniversary. I was in the class of 1995. We give thanks to God for all the blessings.
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Attending the very colourful 12th Marsabit Lake Turkana Cultural Festival at Loiyangalani to celebrate the beautiful cultural diversity of this blessed County. Thank you
@GovMohamudAli
and the residents of
#marsabitCounty
for your warm hospitality.
#mltcf2019
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First reading of the
#Turkana
County Village Administration Bill, 2019 by the
@TurkanaAssembly
. The Bill seeks to further decentralize service delivery by
@TurkanaCountyKE
to the village level.
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All in a day’s work:
DUTY, COMPASSION and EMPOWERMENT. Presided over
@TurkanaAssembly
sitting in the AM; Donated food n non-food items to families affected by fire in Napetet village of Lodwar in the PM; and joined fundraising mtg for HUSTLERS livestock traders in Lodwar town.
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Today, with
@TurkanaAssembly
House Leaders, had a consultative meeting with
@GovernorNanok
and senior officials of
@TurkanaCountyKE
on a wide range of legislative and devt issues.
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“There are no binaries when you are dealing with
#climatechange
. There are no Northern countries or Southern countries. There is no poor or rich. There is also very little that government can do without civil society or private sector. We are kinda in this together!”
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The
@TurkanaAssembly
this morning adopted report of C'mmtee on Delegated County Legislation on amendments to the Turkana County Youth and Women Empowerment Fund Regulations , 2015. The amended Regulations will pave way for
@TurkanaCountyKE
to disburse funds to the target groups
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The
@TurkanaAssembly
will be having county-wide meetings 4
#publicParticipation
on the 2019/20 Annual Development Plan and the Finance Bill btw 14-16 Nov. Consistent with our new approach,
#refugees
in
#Kakuma
and
#Kalobeyei
will have an opportunity to be heard on 15th Nov.
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Tomorrow at 10 a.m., I will be leading volunteers drawn from friends, colleagues at
@TurkanaAssembly
and
@TurkanaCountyKE
and
#mufc
and
#arsenal
fans in
#Turkana
to
#donateblood
at Lodwar County and Referral Hosp. Thank you
@Ikal_Angelei
@PhilipAemun
@elotoabok
for confirming.
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Congratulations, Senior Counsel. A befitting and well-deserved recognition of one of the finest legal minds in Kenya.
With my friend
@MarthaKarua
and the Chief Registrar of the Kenya Judiciary after a Ceremony at which we signed the Roll of Senior Counsel...
@WMutunga
@WehliyeMohamed
@RAbdiAnalyst
@DavidNdii
@AhmedAbdullahi_
@FredMatiangi
@Paul_Muite
@kipmurkomen
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I would like to condemn in the strongest terms the senseless killing of 7 innocent
#Turkana
women and children in Napeitom, Turkana East by armed bandits. These compatriots who were burnt alive in their homes did not deserve to die. We call upon
@InteriorKE
to beef up security
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It was an honour hosting Ambassador of
@NorwayInKenya
at the
@TurkanaAssembly
today. We discussed potential areas of partnership incl. deepening citizen participation, legislation for responsible mgt of oil revenue.
#Norway
and Turkana have a long and rich history of friendship.
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Led a team from
@TurkanaAssembly
on a familiarization tour of
@UNHCR
#KalobeyeiIntegrated
settlement. Thank you
@S_Cansizoglu
for warm welcome and eye-opening discussions.
#RefugeesWelcome
to feel part of
@TurkanaCountyKE
society.
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This morning, the
@TurkanaAssembly
APPROVED the report of the Joint Committees on Finance and Planning and Budget and Appropriations on the
#TurkanaCountyCIDP
for 2018-2022.
@GovernorNanok
@TurkanaCountyKE
@sidchat1
@janwerners
@county_forum
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I would like to congratulate my friend and Governor of
@TurkanaCountyKE
HE
@GovernorNanok
. I am very proud of the dignified and non-partisan manner in which you served the country during your tenure as
@CogChairman
. You introduced a new brand of leadership at COG. Hongera!
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Sad to learn of the passing on of Hon. Ken Okoth, MP, Kibra. As many people have testified, he was an exceptional and visionary leader, who genuinely loved the people he served. May the almighty rest Ken’s soul in eternal peace.
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We thank our children from Katilu schools for spreading love by donating blood. Through this noble gesture, you give us hope that the future of Kenya will be in the hands of caring people- yourselves. 🙏🏼
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I would like to thank
@MUFC
#TurkanaCounty
fans for coming out in large numbers to share love by donating blood
@MOHTurkana
. Indeed red with a purpose! ❤️
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I have learnt with a great deal of sadness about the passing on of my friend Rev. Fr. Geoffrey Nakutan. I had known Fr. Geoffrey since 1999 and we remained close since then. May his soul rest in eternal peace.
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After the successful blood donation, we crowned the day with a jig. I had no choice but to join in the
#sukari
challenge. Asanteni sana. I am proud of you my dear friends ❤️❤️❤️
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“Let the house of Israel say, “His mercy endures forever.”
Let the house of Aaron say, “His mercy endures forever.” Let those who fear the LORD say, “His mercy endures forever.”… Psalms 118:2-4
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A special mention must go to our
@ArsenalKenya_AK
Turkana Chapter led by
@JamesLokwale
who made the event even more colourful in spite of our team’s temporary tribulations. Our worthy opponents
#MUFC
Turkana Chapter had the grace to accompany us
@elotoabok
@hon_timtimoh
🙏
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@GeoffreyKaituko
Thank you for hosting me, PS Hon.
@GeoffreyKaituko
. It is always a pleasure catching up and sharing insights. You are doing a fantastic job at the State Department.
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At the Berlin Climate and Security Conference in Nairobi. The nexus between the
#ClimateCrisis
and human security has never been clearer and stronger than it is today. PS
@SingoeiAKorir
makes his remarks at the
#BCSCNairobi
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Rest in eternal peace, Mr. President. A decent politician, visionary leader and true gentleman. You served with grace and distinction.
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We are proud that we have kept our promises to the youth, women, cooperative movement and the business community in Turkana in general. We thank God for the focus and energy. Marching on in His glory.
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I attended the ceremony with Hon.
@stephenEdukon
, MCA Turkwel Ward, Linus Miinyan, Clerk
@TurkanaAssembly
and dozens of CAT staff. The First Lady of
@TurkanaCountyKE
Mama Margaret Nanok also graced the occasion.
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Well done, Gilchrist! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Regular blood donor.Donating to save life. Am requesting friends, colleagues and anyone willing to donate to visit Lodwar County Referral Hospital blood bank
@RealEloiloi
@JapethEkidor
@gilkristo
@JimmyLoree
@elotoabok
@Sudan310
@AjeleJane
@MOHTurkana
@hon_timtimoh
@KokoiBrenda
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With my friend and former Speaker of
@TurkanaAssembly
Hon
@GeoffreyKaituko
at the
@BibleSocietyKen
#BibiliaKwaWote
fundraising dinner last evening presided over by President
@UKenyatta
and DP
@WilliamsRuto
in Nairobi.
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With
@county_forum
Chair
@NdegwaWahomeJ
and SG, Speakers of Busia, Uasin Gishu and Nyamira and Clerk of
@TurkanaAssembly
during a consultative meeting with
@KRACare
officials on capacity devt for Assemblies in taxation matters.
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Thank you, Steve. Humbled 🙏
Turkana county assembly is ranked one of the most progressive county assembly in Kenya today,just because of exemplary,courteous and momentous leadership of Rt.Hon
@eelokaale
.He's vibrant to eye for the future top leadership in Turkana county.
#futureofwork
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