Governor Cecily Mbarire today presided over the official swearing-in of Mr. John Mugo Kigoro Njagi as the County Executive Committee Member for Water, Irrigation, Environment, Climate Change, and Natural Resources, reinforcing the County Governmentโs commitment to sustainable development and climate-responsive governance.

The appointment underscores Governor Mbarireโs continued focus on building a results-driven executive team capable of delivering on Embu Countyโs development priorities. Under her leadership, the water and environment docket remains central to the countyโs agenda, given its direct impact on public health, food security, climate resilience, and livelihoods.
Governor Mbarire expressed confidence that Mr. Kigoro Njagi brings the leadership, technical insight, and strategic focus required to accelerate access to clean and reliable water, expand irrigation to support agriculture, strengthen climate adaptation measures, and deepen environmental conservation across the county.

She reaffirmed that her administration will continue to invest in sustainable water infrastructure, responsible natural resource management, and climate-smart interventions that safeguard Embuโs ecosystems while supporting economic growth.
With the new CECM now in office, the County Government is poised to inject renewed momentum into the department, ensuring that policies and programmes translate into tangible benefits for communities and contribute to a resilient, green, and prosperous Embu County.
