Isiolo County Government has fired one of its communication officers after a WhatsApp text emerged about him disparaging the administration.
In the termination letter dated Monday, March 25, the employee was told that with immediate effect, he would no longer be part of the Governor’s Delivery Unit.
The communications personnel was told that he had breached his contract by participating in social media discussions that painted the County Government in a bad light.
“As a public officer, it is imperative that you maintain professionalism and refrain from engaging in activities that undermine the reputation and integrity of our organisation and its officials,” he was told while being handed his marching orders.
Additionally, he was asked with immediate effect to surrender all county equipment that was in his possession.
Speaking to Kenyans.co.ke, a source privy to the matter confirmed that the county employee had been relieved of his duties.
“The young man threatened that he can even be paid by a neighbouring governor and other politicians within the county so it was only logical he be relieved of his duties,” the source revealed.
In unverified WhatsApp chats, the now-fired county employee could be seen asking for payment from his employer.
He argued that he had risked a lot to campaign for the current administration and as such, he needed financial reimbursement as a form of appreciation.
Further, another text bragged how he was a chief propagandist for the administration and was ready to offer his services to another party.
“We appreciate your past contributions and wish you well in your future endeavours,” he was told.
A former Member of the County Assembly (MCA) has been identified as a favourite to assume the position of the fired communication expert.
