Sources revealed last week that the government was unable to finance Raila Odinga’s AUC bid, estimated to cost taxpayers nearly Sh 2 billion. Raila now claims that President William Ruto is initiating road projects for which the MP is the contractor.
The ODM leader asserts that the greed of MPs has led them to neglect their oversight responsibilities as they seek to become involved in every aspect of their lives to enrich themselves.
Raila Odinga said, “I find it very unfair that governors are being blamed for lack of development in their counties. Members of Parliament should move away from trying to carry out the responsibilities of the county government.”
“The MPs, driven by greed, aspire to build roads and health centers, acting as contractors in their own right. Who will be responsible for overseeing the government if they are also the ones implementing it?
Raila Odinga told members of Parliament to stop constructing roads and health centers. It is the work of governors.
“MPs are now attempting to determine the amount of money counties receive, despite clear constitutional provisions on revenue sharing.”
“The MPs are also planning to participate in additional executive projects such as the Road Maintenance Levy Fund (RMLF).”
