John Gatua (right), CEC for Roads, Transport and Public Works, and Anthony Senchura Namunkuk, CEC for Health, whose academic and professional qualifications have been demanded for disclosure by Narok MCAs.

Two Narok Members of County Assembly have written to the County Government demanding the disclosure of the academic and professional qualifications of two senior officials, citing public interest, accountability and constitutional rights to access information.

In a letter dated September 10, 2025, law firm Kenka & Company Advocates, acting on behalf of MCAs Eliud Maika( Mosiro Ward) and Kipsang Mibei (Mogondo Ward), formally requested the academic credentials of John Gatua, the County Executive Committee (CEC) Member for Roads, Transport and Public Works, and Anthony Senchura Namunkuk, the CEC Member for Health.

The letter, signed by Advocate Benedict S. Kenka and addressed to the County Secretary, argues that the two county executives occupy high-level public offices whose holders are legally required to meet minimum qualifications under Section 35 of the County Governments Act.

The section outlines the requirements for appointment to a county executive position, including academic and professional standards, in order to ensure competent service delivery.

“Our clients seek this information in the interest of public accountability, oversight and protecting the rights of citizens,” reads the part of the letter.

The letter added: “It is necessary to ensure that those appointed to high-level public positions meet the required academic and professional standards.”

The advocates also invoke Article 35 of the Constitution, which grants citizens the right to access information held by the State or other public entities.

According to the letter, this constitutional right has been operationalized through the Access to Information Act 2016, particularly sections 4, 5 and 6, which mandate public bodies to proactively disclose information and respond to requests expeditiously.

By demanding the disclosure of the credentials, the two MCAs are signaling a push for higher transparency and public accountability in the management of county affairs.

The letter highlights the duty of county governments to disclose information without waiting for legal proceedings or public uproar.

The County Government of Narok has acknowledged receipt of the letter but has yet to issue an official response.

The request has generated significant interest locally, with observers noting it reflects an increasing willingness by elected leaders to scrutinize senior appointments.

If complied with, the disclosure would set a precedent for other counties to follow in making public the qualifications of senior staff, reinforcing the public’s right to know and strengthening oversight of county governments.