Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika has explained her prolonged absence from the public eye and administrative duties.
There have been concerns about her whereabouts, with very little activity on her social media pages unlike before.
However, to allay the fears, Kihika announced she is on maternity leave and will resume her official duties in the coming weeks.
"Following numerous calls that I have received regarding my absence, as the elected Governor of Nakuru County, I want to first of all assure the people of Nakuru that I am well and currently on maternity leave," said Kihika.In her absence, Kihika noted there is no leadership vacuum as her deputy, David Kones, is steering the county well.
"While thanking the people of Nakuru for their concern, I wholeheartedly assure them that service delivery in our Great County is proceeding as envisaged under the able guidance of the team led by the Deputy Governor, H E David Kones. I have no doubts whatsoever in H E Kones leading them in my absence," she added.