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Linda Gitonga Kiome was officially sworn in as the Deputy Governor of Meru County



Linda Kiome was officially sworn in as the Deputy Governor
of Meru County in a grand ceremony attended by leaders, residents, and
dignitaries. The event was presided over by High Court Judge Stephen Githinji,
who administered the oath of office. Kiome, nominated by Governor Mutuma
M’ethingia, became the first woman deputy governor in Meru County.

The ceremony took place in Meru County, where Kiome took the
oath of office in front of a large audience. The event was marked by speeches
from various leaders, including Governor Mutuma, who assured Kiome that she
would not face the challenges he encountered while serving under former
Governor Kawira Mwangaza.

In her speech, Kiome expressed gratitude to the governor for
supporting women in leadership and acknowledged the county’s past political
turbulence. She emphasized that leadership should be built on trust, humility,
integrity, and commitment to the people’s welfare. She also pledged to uphold
human rights and dignity, promising to work closely with youth and women in
development projects.

 

Kiome stated that her leadership would be guided by the
Bible and the Constitution of Kenya, ensuring fairness and justice for all. She
vowed to reject divisive politics and instead embrace collegiality and respect
for the rule of law as the foundation of governance.

Governor Mutuma M’ethingia reassured Kiome that she would
not experience the difficulties he faced under the previous administration

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