Friday, 13 November 2026
Kenyan Digest

Trouble brews as Nandi takes Kisumu, Vihiga markets. – Weekly Citizen

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Otichillo

Trouble is looming after Nandi county administration decided to take control of markets in Vihiga and Kisumu counties.
Now Nandi county is claiming Gambogi market located along Kisumu- Kakamega road.

This comes after Interior cabinet secretary Fred Matiangí chaired a meeting between Vihiga and Nandi administrators.
During the talks, it was agreed a peaceful solution to the current border feuds involving the counties. They also now claim Serem market.
In Kisumu, the Nandi county has claimed border towns of Chemelil, Muhoroni, Miwani, Kibigori, Kibos, Koru and Kopere.

Sang’

Many say Nandi governor is Stephen Sang is playing politics with the issue and should allow reason prevail.
It is imperative to note, at one time when political heat was rising, governors of Vihiga Wilber Otichillo, Anyang Nyong’o (Kisumu) and Sang held a meeting together with colleagues from Lake Region economic bloc at Nandi Hills Bears Club.