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The vetting process for Cabinet Secretaries nominees continues, with Davis Chirchir, nominated for the Ministry of Roads and Transport, being the ninth nominee to face the Committee on Appointments. Chirchir’s session was notable for his discussion of financial matters in his previous and prospective roles.
Chirchir, who previously served as the Energy Cabinet Secretary, confidently reported that his past dockets have no pending bills, except for ongoing court cases.
However, he highlighted significant financial challenges awaiting him in the Ministry of Roads and Transport.
He revealed that the new docket has pending bills amounting to KES 166 billion. Additionally, there are unfunded commitments totaling KES 1 trillion, which include obligations to both Chinese and local contractors. The annual exchequer allocation for the ministry stands at KES 55 billion, a figure he implied was insufficient to meet the outstanding commitments.
Davis Chirchir’s Professional and Academic Backgrounds
Davis Chirchir’s educational qualifications were also a topic of interest during the vetting. He holds a Master of Business Administration in International Management from the Royal Holloway School of Management, University of London. Furthermore, he has a Postgraduate Diploma in Tele-Traffic Engineering from the University of Nairobi, where he also earned his Bachelor’s degree in Physics and Computer Science.
As the vetting process continues, the Committee on Appointments scrutinizes each nominee to ensure they are fit for their respective roles. Chirchir’s experience and educational background were crucial points of discussion, as well as the financial hurdles he will need to navigate if his nomination is confirmed.