Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi on Tuesday pleaded with his constituents to accord President William Ruto a warm welcome during his scheduled visit to the county on Wednesday, January 22, to launch the construction of a market project.
In a letter dated January 21, the ODM-elected Senator stated that he would not attend Ruto's visit to his county as he was not in the country, instead urging locals to welcome the president with both hands.
"I want to urge our people to accord the President a warm reception to our great county," he pleaded noting that the project would be beneficial to the community.
Osotsi also explained that he was informed of the President's visit while he was away in Europe, noting that it was impossible for him to attend on short notice.
"I am currently on a foreign developmental tour in Europe. While here, I have been informed that H.E. President, Dr. William Ruto, will be visiting Vihiga County on Wednesday, January 22, 2025," he stated.
"Regrettably, I will not be attending this event for the reason stated," he added stating that he was informed the purpose of the president's visit was to launch the construction of Luanda Modern Market.
Senator, who is also the chairperson of the County Public Investments and Special Funds Committee, noted that the market would open up commerce in the region.
"The market project is highly welcomed considering that Luanda is a key market in the Western region since it serves Vihiga, Kakamega, Kisumu, Siaya, and Busia Counties as well as being a key gateway of trade between Kenya and Uganda," he reasoned.
While noting that the development of markets is a devolved function, Osotsi applauded the national government for partnering with Vihiga County in the development of the Lunda Market.
"It is instructive to note this project is the culmination of concerted efforts by the County Government of Vihiga through an official request made to the National Government on May 2, 2024," he elaborated.
The ODM-elected Senator also expressed his concerns and urged parties involved in the construction of the market to hasten its completion and ensure it benefits the local people.
"I hope the two levels of government will ensure the construction of the said market takes into account the emerging concerns to ensure humane treatment of all affected traders, minimal losses, and fairness in the allocation of new stalls among other concerns," he stated.
At the same time, Osotsi asked the President to help fast-track the projects he launched during his previous visit to Vihiga County.
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