Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration, Raymond Omollo, during a women empowerment engagement in Nyando Constituency, July 4, 2026/MINA
The Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration, Raymond Omollo, has hailed the ongoing transformation of the Nyanza region under the Kenya Kwanza Administration.
He said the government's development agenda is ensuring a more equitable distribution of national resources and opportunities across the country.
Speaking during a women empowerment engagement in Nyando Constituency, Omollo said the region is witnessing unprecedented investment in
infrastructure, flood control, economic empowerment, water projects,
administrative services and youth development programmes, demonstrating the
Government’s commitment to inclusive development regardless of political
affiliation.
The PS noted that for many years, regions such as Nyanza lagged behind in critical
development indicators due to unequal allocation of resources and limited public
investment. He said the Kenya Kwanza Administration has deliberately adopted a
national outlook that treats all regions fairly and ensures that no Kenyan is left
behind.
“Today, roads are being built, markets are being upgraded, affordable housing
projects are taking shape, electricity connectivity is expanding, and opportunities
are being created for young people and women across the country. The question
some people are asking is why Nyanza is being developed. The answer is simple:
Nyanza is part of Kenya, and its people deserve development just like every other
Kenyan,” said PS Omollo.
He highlighted ongoing interventions aimed at addressing perennial flooding in the
Kano Plains and surrounding areas, revealing that out of the planned 30 kilometres
of dykes, 15 kilometres have already been completed through the Lake Basin
Development Authority. Additional funding has been allocated in the current
Financial Year to facilitate further construction works, with the Government
targeting completion of the remaining sections within Nyando and neighbouring
flood-prone areas.
The PS further announced that the national plan to construct 50 mega dams across
the country will benefit the region, with two dams earmarked for the Lake Region
to support flood mitigation, irrigation and water supply. PS Omollo also underscored the Government’s commitment to strengthening
grassroots service delivery through the creation of additional administrative units
and the recruitment of Chiefs and Assistant Chiefs to bring Government services
closer to wananchi.
On youth empowerment, he urged young people to reject criminal activities and
resist attempts by politicians to use them as agents of violence and destruction.
“Our youth must not be associated with criminal gangs, goons or lawlessness. The
future of this region lies in education, enterprise, innovation and hard work. We
must allow our security agencies to deal firmly with criminals while our young
people focus on building their futures,” he said.
The PS also called on eligible residents to obtain National Identity Cards and
register as voters, noting that civic participation remains a critical pillar of
democratic governance and national development.
PS Omollo observed that the growing development footprint in Nyanza is evidence
of President William Ruto’s commitment to building a united and inclusive Kenya
where development is driven by need rather than politics.
He urged leaders and residents across the region to remain focused on peace,
unity and development, saying sustained progress would only be achieved through
stability, cooperation and active participation in Government programmes.
“The transformation taking place across Nyanza is not accidental. It is the result
of deliberate leadership, inclusive governance and a commitment to ensuring that
every region receives its fair share of national development. Our responsibility as
leaders and citizens is to safeguard these gains and continue working together for
the prosperity of our people,” he said.
Interior PS Raymond Omollo (5th from left), Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga (2nd from right), Energy CS Opiyo Wandayi (right) and other leaders during a women empowerment engagement in Nyando Constituency, July 4, 2026/MINA
Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration, Raymond Omollo, during a women empowerment engagement in Nyando Constituency, July 4, 2026/MINA
