Sonko Defends Nairobi Rate Waivers, Citing Legal Authority

Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko recently addressed allegations of unpaid rates owed to the Nairobi City County government. Sonko claims he lawfully issued waivers to religious institutions and small businesses during his tenure, citing adherence to county by-laws. "I vividly remember and do hereby confirm that I lawfully gave a waiver to all religious institutions," Sonko stated in a video posted on his social media. The video also references Pastor Ngang'a in relation to these unpaid rates. However, the veracity of Sonko's claims requires further investigation and verification from official county government records. The Nairobi City County government has yet to issue an official statement responding to Sonko's claims. This situation highlights the ongoing debate surrounding financial transparency and accountability within local government.