Bungoma County’s financial dealings are under scrutiny as Senator David Wakoli (Bungoma) has called on the Senate Committee on Finance and Budget to shed light on the county’s longstanding debt to contractors. In a move aimed at ensuring transparency and accountability, Sen. Wakoli urged the committee, chaired by Sen. Ali Roba (Mandera), to issue a comprehensive statement on the pending bills that have accumulated since 2013.
Sen. Wakoli has demanded a detailed breakdown of all outstanding payments, specifying the amounts owed and the services rendered by each contractor. The senator is also seeking clarity on how funds allocated in the county’s budget, from the 2013/2014 fiscal year to the present, have been utilized to settle these debts.
Moreover, Sen. Wakoli has requested the committee to furnish a complete list of all payment requisitions made over the years. This list should include supporting evidence and certificates for each transaction, ensuring that all payments made were legitimate and properly accounted for.
This call for transparency comes amid growing concerns over the financial management of Bungoma County, with contractors and service providers allegedly facing significant delays in receiving their payments. Sen. Wakoli’s demands reflect a broader push for accountability within county governments, highlighting the need for diligent oversight of public funds.
The Senate Committee on Finance and Budget is expected to respond to these requests, providing the much-needed clarity and transparency that stakeholders and citizens alike are calling for.
