Musambi pushes for electrification in Kitui Central after meeting CS Wandayi

In a meeting held Tuesday September 1, 2026 at Wandayi's Nairobi office, Musambi said he advocated for the acceleration of electrification projects across the constituency, focusing on expanding grid connectivity to villages that are yet to be connected, expediting the replacement of faulty transformers and addressing specific concerns raised by residents over stalled projects.

"Today, I met with Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi to advocate for the acceleration of electrification projects across Kitui Central Constituency. Our productive engagement focused on expanding grid connectivity, expediting the replacement of faulty transformers, and addressing specific community concerns raised by local residents," the State House official said.

He commended the CS for his prompt responsiveness and commitment to swift execution, noting that implementation efforts are now underway.

Musambi said CS Wandayi was one of the most effective Cabinet Secretaries in the country.  

He said Wandayi has never sat in the office to be consulted, but consistently with the people in the field listening to the problems of the local people. "Unlike most armchair Cabinet Secretaries, Wandayi has shown that it is possible for CSs to work off the air conditioned comforts of their offices." Musambi said.

The meeting comes amid complaints from several areas in Kitui Central including parts of Miambani, Mulango and Kyangwithya East and West wards where residents have reported faulty transformers that have stayed for months without replacement, leaving schools, health centres and small businesses in darkness.

If fast-tracked, the projects will boost security, support the growth of small enterprises like welding and barber shops, and improve learning in schools through digital programs.

Musambi, who is among aspirants eyeing the Kitui Central in 2027 on UDA ticket, has been using his position at State House to lobby ministries for development projects in his home constituency, a strategy that has cemented his reputation "Nzeve Nzau" (a new beginning)  in Kitui Central.