Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti has addressed concerns over delayed payments to suppliers linked to entertainer Sammy Kioko following recent unrest in Machakos Town.
In a statement dated April 1, 2026, the governor clarified that the comedian is not a registered supplier of the county government and that the official supplier of inspectorate uniforms is Movata Designs.
“Our records indicate that Mr. Sammy Kioko is not a registered supplier of the County Government of Machakos,” the statement read in part. “The entity that supplied Inspectorate uniforms is Movata Designs.”
The governor further explained that for any individual to represent a company in such matters, proper legal authorization must be provided, including a valid Power of Attorney or formal appointment.
Wavinya noted that while some pending bills exist from partial deliveries in the 2023/2024 financial year, the county has already begun a structured verification process to determine eligible payments.
According to the county, a Pending Bills Verification Committee established that KES 2.13 billion in historical claims are valid for payment, while KES 1.69 billion were flagged as ineligible due to missing documentation or unverified claims.
She added that the county government has already paid KES 1.4 billion in verified pending bills since taking office and continues to plan for gradual settlement of remaining obligations within current and upcoming budgets.
The governor urged patience, stating that all verified claims will be honoured in a systematic and transparent manner as part of the county’s financial management process.
The clarification comes amid public debate over supplier payments and accountability in county procurement systems, particularly involving high-profile figures and service providers.
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