CS Ogamba issues ultimatum to principals withholding Form Four certificates
Cabinet Secretary for Education Julius Ogamba has issued a stringent warning to Secondary School Principals who continue to withhold students’ Form Four certificates due to incomplete payment of school fees.
He stated that his office had provided notice to the Principals to unconditionally release the certificates, and that notice has lapsed without the Principals taking action.
“I urge head teachers to comply with that directive immediately upon the resumption of schools,” he remarked.
The Cabinet Secretary was addressing attendees at Marani Catholic Parish, where he, alongside other leaders led by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, was engaged in a fundraising effort to support the construction of the Parish, labeling the withholding of certificates as unlawful.
The Deputy President emphasized the need for unity within the nation to facilitate the government’s operations peacefully and ensure equitable distribution of government resources across the country.
He dismissed critics of President Ruto, asserting that his Kenya Kwanza administration has achieved numerous projects nationwide within just two years, and expressed confidence that it will accomplish even more in the remaining period leading to the 2026 national elections.
“We acknowledge that we have delivered some positive outcomes since your election of us, but there remain additional matters that require your continued patience as we strategize to complete them,” he stated.
The gathering was attended by other government officials, including Internal Security Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen, Majority Leader Kimani Ichungwa, and Kuria MP Mathias Robi.
Several MPs from the Gusii region who were present included Senator Richard Onyonka, Japhet Mokaya, MP for Kitutu Chache North, Steve Mogaka, MP for West Mugirango, Patrick Osero, MP for North Mugirango, Sylvanus Osoro, MP for South Mugirango, and Kisii County Woman Representative Donya Aburi.
Mathias Rioba highlighted the significance of the Church, noting its provision of spiritual nourishment and comfort to all individuals.
Robi remarked that the Church plays a substantial role in the development of schools to complement government efforts and committed to collaborating with the Church for the shared objective of progress.