Auditor General Warns Governors Against Leaving Pending Bills
‘’We have seen a perennial behavior of leadership coming in and failing to honor obligations of the county. This is what has been ailing us. Its fiscal indiscipline when services have been provided, goods consumed and then failing to pay because the liabilities were incurred by the previous regime,” said the Auditor General.
Nairobi, Kenya - The Auditor General, Nancy Gathungu, has issued a stern warning to governors in Kenya against leaving behind pending bills when they step down from office. Speaking in Laikipia County, Gathungu highlighted that incoming administrations often face the burden of liabilities from their predecessors, which can hinder economic growth.
She specifically challenged Laikipia Governor Joshua Irungu to ensure his administration settles all outstanding debts before leaving power. Gathungu emphasized that failure to pay for goods and services already received is a sign of fiscal indiscipline and can severely impact a county's economy. If several counties continue this trend, it could significantly stunt the nation's economic growth.
She cautioned Irungu to meticulously review any pending liabilities upon exiting office, ensuring the next administration is not left with a mountain of debts to clear. The Auditor General also criticized Laikipia County Assembly for failing to submit audit reports, which had accumulated over 100 backlogs.
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