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06/06/2026

𝗛𝗢𝗡. 𝗣𝗘𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗟𝗢𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗞𝗔𝗣𝗢𝗡𝗚 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗦 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗟𝗬 𝗥𝗘𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗧 𝗢𝗡 𝗕𝗨𝗥𝗦𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗟𝗔𝗥𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣𝗦

The Chairperson of the National Assembly Committee on Regional Development, Hon. Peter Lochakapong' CBS, MP. today presided over a high-level retreat bringing together key stakeholders to deliberate on the implementation, oversight, and sustainability of bursary and scholarship programmes through Intergovernmental Partnership Agreements (IPAs).

The retreat was attended by officials from the Intergovernmental Relations Technical Committee (IGRTC), led by Chairperson CPA Kithinji Kiragu, alongside senior officers from the committee.

Discussions focused on strengthening collaboration between the national and county governments in supporting education through well-structured bursary and scholarship programmes. The meeting emphasized the constitutional provisions under Articles 6(2), 187, and 189, which promote cooperation, consultation, and mutual assistance between the two levels of government.

Hon. Peter Lochakapong underscored the importance of sustainable and accountable frameworks that ensure deserving learners across the country continue to benefit from educational support programmes.

The retreat also recognized the significant role played by IGRTC in facilitating Intergovernmental Partnership Agreements, with 34 county governments already benefiting from the framework as efforts continue to expand collaboration across the country.

04/06/2026

We join the rest of the world in commemorating World Environment Day, a global call to action for the protection and restoration of our environment.
Hon. Peter Lochakapong' CBS, MP. for Sigor Constituency and Chairman of the National Assembly Regional Development Committee, urges all residents of Sigor Constituency and Kenyans across the country to take part in environmental conservation efforts by planting trees, protecting water sources, and embracing sustainable practices.
The future of our environment depends on the actions we take today. Together, we can combat climate change, restore degraded landscapes, and create a greener and healthier future for generations to come.
🌱 One Tree, One Community, One Greener Future.
Happy World Environment Day 2026.

04/06/2026

𝗧𝗘𝗔𝗠 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗘 𝗠𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗔 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘

𝙃𝙊𝙉. 𝙋𝙀𝙏𝙀𝙍 𝙇𝙊𝘾𝙃𝘼𝙆𝘼𝙋𝙊𝙉𝙂, 𝘾𝘽𝙎, 𝙅𝙊𝙄𝙉𝙎 𝙐𝘿𝘼 𝙍𝙄𝙁𝙏 𝙑𝘼𝙇𝙇𝙀𝙔 𝙈𝙋𝙎 𝙄𝙉 𝙎𝙏𝙍𝘼𝙏𝙀𝙂𝙄𝘾 𝘾𝙊𝙉𝙎𝙐𝙇𝙏𝘼𝙏𝙄𝙑𝙀 𝙈𝙀𝙀𝙏𝙄𝙉𝙂

Hon. Peter Lochakapong, CBS, MP for Sigor Constituency, today joined fellow United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Members of Parliament from the Rift Valley region in a consultative meeting convened by the Party Secretary General, Sen. Hassan Omar Hassan.

The meeting focused on strengthening the Party's grassroots coordination structures and enhancing preparedness ahead of the next General Election. The MPs, led by National Assembly Deputy Speaker Hon. Gladys Boss Shollei, deliberated on strategies aimed at designing and implementing grassroots programmes across the Rift Valley region.

During the engagement, the Secretary General assured leaders of the Party's unwavering support and reaffirmed UDA's commitment to neutrality in the forthcoming electoral processes. He emphasized that the Party has no preferred candidates and reiterated Party Leader President William Ruto's commitment to ensuring free, fair, and credible party nominations.

Sen. Hassan further underscored that fairness, transparency, and impartiality remain the cornerstone principles guiding UDA's internal democracy and electoral processes.

The Rift Valley legislators also reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening Party activities at the grassroots level and mobilizing support for President William Ruto's re-election agenda across the country.

19/05/2026

𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐃𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐋𝐎𝐏𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐈𝐓𝐓𝐄𝐄 𝐏𝐔𝐒𝐇𝐄𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐁𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐎𝐍 𝐏𝐄𝐍𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐁𝐈𝐋𝐋𝐒 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐓𝐘 𝐓𝐀𝐗𝐄𝐒

📍 Parliament Buildings
📅 Tuesday, May 19, 2026

The National Assembly Departmental Committee on Regional Development, chaired by Peter Lochakapong' CBS, MP. has intensified oversight on the State Department for Devolution, raising critical concerns over pending bills, excessive county taxation, and mismanagement of public assets.

During a high-level session with officials led by Principal Secretary M.L. Lenasalon, the Committee put the Department to task over budget cuts, delays in the transfer of devolved functions, and accountability gaps within county governments.

Hon. Lochakapong emphasized the need for clarity and transparency, calling on the Department to clearly separate historical pending bills from current liabilities. He further demanded an update on the Kenya Kwanza administration’s commitment to fully devolve functions within the promised timelines.

Lawmakers expressed concern over wastage of public resources, citing cases where relatively new county vehicles remain grounded due to minor mechanical issues, while others are irregularly earmarked for disposal. Questions were also raised about the transparency of disposal processes, amid fears of irregular acquisitions by well-connected individuals.

On taxation, the Committee strongly criticized counties for imposing punitive levies on small-scale traders, particularly women. MPs highlighted cases where traders transporting low-value goods are subjected to disproportionately high charges, undermining livelihoods and discouraging enterprise.

Additionally, concerns were raised over multiple taxation across counties, which continues to stifle business operations and limit the free movement of goods. The Committee called for urgent harmonization of county revenue systems to ease the burden on traders.

The concerns come amid revelations that the State Department’s development budget has been reduced by Kshs. 392.2 million, alongside operational challenges stemming from unapproved funds under Article 223, leaving the Department with a negative balance.

Despite these hurdles, the Department reported progress in key areas, including coordination of devolution support programmes and development of frameworks to strengthen intergovernmental relations.

The Committee is now set to compile a comprehensive report with recommendations, reaffirming its commitment to protecting public resources, strengthening devolution, and safeguarding the interests of wananchi.

10/05/2026

TEAM CHANGE MEDIA joins the world in celebrating the incredible mothers who continue to shape our families, communities, and future with love, wisdom, and sacrifice. ❤️🌷

Today, we honor every virtuous and godly woman clothed in strength and dignity — women who face each day with courage, nurture with compassion, and inspire generations through their unwavering dedication.

Your resilience, prayers, guidance, and endless sacrifices do not go unnoticed. You are the heartbeat of our homes and the pillars of our society.

Happy Mother’s Day to all mothers and mother figures. May God bless you abundantly and reward you for the love you so selflessly give every day. 🙏💐

01/05/2026

Happy Labour Day! 🇰🇪
Today, we celebrate the dedication, resilience, and hard work of every Kenyan who continues to build our nation from the ground up.
Hon. Peter Lochakapong’, CBS, MP for Sigor Constituency and Chairperson of the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Regional Development Authorities, joins the people of Sigor and all Kenyans in honoring the invaluable contribution of workers across every sector.
From our farmers and teachers to builders, traders, and public servants — your commitment drives progress, strengthens our communities, and shapes a better future for generations to come.
Let us continue working together to promote dignity, fairness, and opportunity for all.
Happy Labour Day!
You are the backbone of our nation. 💪🏾

23/04/2026

📢 OFFICIAL UPDATE
The ELCK Lutheran Church Solion Fundraising has been rescheduled from 26th April to 31st May 2026 following consultations led by Hon. Peter Lochakapong’.
The Chief Guest, Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah, remains fully committed to grace the event on the new date.
We appreciate your understanding and continued support.

05/04/2026

Happy Easter Sunday ✝️🌿

Team Change Media joins the Christian community in celebrating the resurrection of —a powerful symbol of hope, victory, and new beginnings.

As we mark this special day, may we be inspired to continue sharing truth, unity, and positivity in our communities. Let this season remind us of the strength found in togetherness and the power of transformation.

Wishing you all a peaceful, joyful, and blessed Easter.

17/03/2026