Bishop Wanjiru gives notice to resign as Nairobi Rivers Commission chairperson

Nairobi Rivers Commission chair Margaret Wanjiru has submitted her resignation, submitting a 30-day notice to her employer, Head of Public Service Felix Koskei. In her letter, Wanjiru expressed her intention to step down on August 31, stating that the time had come for her to focus on other engagements. The former Starehe MP highlighted her 20-month tenure at the commission as a valuable learning experience, praising Koskei for offering her the opportunity to serve.

She also requested the Head of Public Service to expedite the appointment of her successor to ensure a smooth transition and handover. Wanjiru thanked President William Ruto for entrusting her with the leadership of the commission, expressing her hope to collaborate on future matters. The exact nature of Wanjiru's future pursuits remains unknown, as she has not yet provided additional details.

Her departure occurs as the government maintains the Nairobi rivers restoration and regeneration agenda, with the commission instrumental in coordinating efforts to rehabilitate the city's waterways. President Ruto appointed Wanjiru chairperson of the Nairobi Rivers Commission via a Gazette Notice dated October 25, 2024, following the commission's transfer from the Office of the President to the Ministry of Lands, Housing and Urban Development.

Wanjiru's resignation sets the stage for the selection of a new chairperson to maintain continuity in the commission's work, fulfilling her request for a smooth transition.