DR. MBARAK BAHJAJ SWORN IN AS LAMU COUNTY DEPUTY GOVERNOR
H.E. Dr. Mbarak Bahjaj was on Thursday sworn in as the 4th Deputy Governor of Lamu County.
The 44-year-old medical doctor and technocrat took office today at the Mokowe County Headquarters in a ceremony marked by colour and pomp.
Dr. Mbarak becomes the first Deputy Governor in Lamu to assume office through a vote of the County Assembly. The position fell vacant in September 2024 following the demise of the third Deputy Governor, H.E. Raphael Munyua.
The oath of office was administered by Lady Justice Mugure Thande, together with Principal Magistrate Peter Wasike and Resident Magistrate Flavian Mulama.
In his acceptance speech, the Deputy Governor expressed gratitude to God for the opportunity, humbly stating that he was not the most qualified for the role and that there were many others more capable than him. He described the appointment as a challenge he fully embraces and pledged never to let down the people of Lamu.
Dr. Mbarak commended Governor Issa Timamy for his tremendous work in transforming Lamu and called upon all leaders to work together to deliver on the Governor’s development promise to the people. He assured his full support to Governor Timamy in achieving that goal, with a particular focus on improving healthcare by ensuring hospitals are fully equipped with modern facilities to provide affordable and accessible services to residents.
He further pledged to work closely with Governor Timamy to foster unity in Lamu County, urging residents to shun divisive politics — especially those driven by tribal, religious, or regional differences — for the sake of progress.
The inauguration ceremony was graced by Lamu Governor H.E. Issa Timamy EGH, OGW, who congratulated his new Deputy Governor and affirmed their commitment to working together to deliver the county’s development agenda. Governor Timamy emphasized that there is no time for politics and that his administration will work tirelessly until the last day of their term. He also thanked everyone who contributed to the success of the event.
Other dignitaries present included Lamu East MP Hon. Ruweida, Matuga MP Hon. Kassim Tandaza, Speaker Hon. Azhar Ali, Shella MCA Hon. Atwaa, nominated MCA Hon. Medo, County Secretary Amb. Ali Abbas, Chief of Staff Abdulnasir Issa, CECMs, CPSB Chairman Hon. Abdalla Fadhili, Chief Officers, and Assistant County Commissioner Charles Kitheka, among others.
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