Eugene Wamalwa Urges Governor Natembeya to Drop Political Hostility and Work With President Ruto

Democratic Action Party (DAP-K) leader Eugene Wamalwa has broken his silence on the standoff between Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya and President William Ruto, urging the county chief to set aside political differences and cooperate with the national government to deliver development.

Wamalwa made the remarks during the burial of his childhood friend, Peter Maingi Nganga, in Lessos, Trans Nzoia County, where he called for an end to confrontations between the two levels of government.

“Natembeya, wacha upuzi, fanya kazi na Ruto ufanyie watu wa Trans Nzoia maendeleo,” Wamalwa declared, challenging the governor to prioritise the needs of residents over political disagreements.

The DAP leader cited the proposed Sh1 billion Level Five hospital and the nearly Sh1 billion Masinde Muliro Market as major projects requiring cooperation between the county and national governments.

He recalled that the market was developed through joint efforts involving the county government and national government departments responsible for devolution and housing, which were previously led by Principal Secretaries Sunkuli and Hinga, respectively.

Wamalwa maintained that disagreements between the two administrations should be addressed through established intergovernmental structures rather than public exchanges that could derail development initiatives.

He pointed out that the Constitution requires both levels of government to consult and cooperate, warning that prolonged political disputes could ultimately hurt ordinary citizens who depend on public services.

The DAP leader also shared his experience visiting Nganga in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, where his friend had sought medical attention before his death.

According to Wamalwa, Nganga had raised concerns about healthcare services in Trans Nzoia, forcing him to seek treatment outside the county.

The experience, he said, highlighted the urgency of improving local health facilities and ensuring residents can access essential medical services closer to home.

“Let’s not play politics and gamble with people’s lives!” Wamalwa said, urging both administrations to embrace dialogue and focus on delivering meaningful development to Trans Nzoia residents.

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