Turkana Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai has sworn in the new County Public Service Board Secretary and commissioners, urging them to uphold fairness, integrity, transparency and accountability in their work.
The swearing-in ceremony took place at the Turkana County Headquarters in Lodwar on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, following the approval of the nominees by the County Assembly.
Governor Lomorukai called on the newly appointed officials to remain independent and resist improper influence, emphasising that their decisions should be guided by competence, the law, merit, equity and the public interest.
Those sworn into office were Board Secretary Joyce Elimu and commissioners Priscila Ateyo, Andrew Natebele, George Emoru, Samuel Eregae and Paul Lourien.
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Lodwar Court Senior Principal Magistrate Evanson Ngige presided over the administration of the oath of office.
The Governor reminded the new office holders that their oath carried significant responsibility and urged them to demonstrate fairness, integrity and accountability throughout their tenure.
Lomorukai urged the Board Secretary to strengthen financial management, ensure the responsible use of public resources and promote organised, timely and transparent operations.
He said the Board should operate independently and ensure that decisions on public service matters are based on merit and established legal procedures.
The Governor also defended the appointments against criticism, maintaining that the nominees possessed the required qualifications and merit for their respective positions.
He commended the County Assembly for following due process during the vetting and approval of the nominees, adding that the two arms of the county government would continue working together to serve residents.
Deputy Governor John Erus described the new Board members as competent and experienced in public service management.
He assured them of the county government's support as they undertake their responsibilities.
The ceremony was attended by County Secretary Dr Richard Ekai, County Public Service Board Chairperson Peter Ekunyuk, Deputy County Secretary Joseph Nyang’a, and County Executive Committee Members Roseline Aite, in charge of Finance, and Patrick Losike, responsible for Public Service.
Members of the County Assembly, led by Minority Leader Vincent Ekipor, also welcomed the appointments.
They commended the Governor for considering regional representation and the two-thirds gender principle in the appointment process.
The new Board is expected to carry out its mandate guided by the principles of integrity, fairness, transparency and accountability in Turkana County's public service.
