Raila Odinga Presidential Campaign Secretariat press secretary, Dennis Onsarigo, was appointed as the Nyamira County Chief of Staff.
Speaking to Kenyans.co.ke on Thursday, October 27, the former KTN news anchor confirmed his appointment, extending his gratitude to the county governor, Amos Nyaribo.
Multiple reports had claimed that Onsarigo had quit Raila Odinga's team to join the county government.
However, the journalist and the county had not confirmed the reports until Thursday, October 27.
"Yes, the reports are true," Onsarigo told Kenyans.co.ke.
Among the roles of a county chief of staff include managing the governor's office and coordinating the county staff.
Other roles include liaising with other arms of county governments to ensure that the governor's agenda is implemented.
Following his appointment, various journalists took to social media to congratulate the Case Files host on his new role, even as they expressed confidence in his expertise.
"Congratulations Onsarigo on your appointment as Chief of Staff in Nyamira County. This is a good pick, governor," Nyambega Gisesa stated.
Onsarigo joins other media practitioners who have been appointed to devolved units in recent weeks.
Former Ramogi Radio host, Charles Odhiambo, was appointed as Chief of Staff in Homa Bay in early October 2022.
Others include former Musyi FM presenter Jacqueline Kalenga, nominated to the Kitui County Assembly, and Nicky Gitonga appointed Kwale County Government spokesperson.
