Governor Abdulswamad Nassir Stories

Mombasa to stop renewal of licenses for pharmacies near public hospitals to curb exploitation
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 07, 2025

Governor Abdulswamad explained that the move aims to address inefficiencies within public healthcare facilities, which he says have led to private pha...

Mombasa governor wants Senate to help protect county-funded bursaries
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 13, 2024

He described education as the cornerstone of sustainable development and reaffirmed his administration's commitment to making it a priority.

Governor Abdulswamad urges Treasury to release funds, dismisses claims of returned cash
Farhiya Hussein  |  Nov 08, 2024

Governor Abdulswamad clarified that no funds have been voluntarily returned, instead, they cited the delay in disbursements from the exchequer as a ke...

Mombasa Governor Nassir calls for permanent ban of vehicles from Likoni ferry crossing
Farhiya Hussein  |  Oct 06, 2024

Nassir highlighted the necessity of permanently banning vehicles from the ferry, citing safety concerns.

Mombasa officials defend CEC arrested over blogger's sexual assault
Farhiya Hussein  |  Sep 29, 2024

This follows allegations of his involvement in the gang raping of a blogger who had publicly criticised Governor Abdulswamad Nassir.

Mombasa mourns philanthropist Hasmukh Patel, owner of Mombasa Cement
Farhiya Hussein  |  Aug 29, 2024

Hasmukh Patel, often affectionately referred to as "Hasuu," was the cornerstone of Mombasa Cement, also known as Nyumba Group.

Jambojet launches Mombasa-Zanzibar route in boost for tourism, trade
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 01, 2024

This milestone will enhance connectivity, easing the movement of people and goods, thus boosting tourism and trade.

Governor Abdulswamad criticises Gachagua's call for Noordin Haji's resignation
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 27, 2024

The Mombasa Governor highlighted the risks of Gachagua's comments, stating that they undermine national unity and could exploit ethnic divisions.

Senate Public Accounts Committee faults treasury over tax on foreign donor funds
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 19, 2024

Governor Abdulswamad Nassir of Mombasa emphasised the project's importance, citing the city's strategic position as a growing regional logistics hub.

Governor Abdulswamad reshuffles chief officers to improve service delivery
Mishi Gongo  |  Jun 07, 2024

The governor stated in Mombasa County Executive Order Number 2 of 2024 that the changes aim to revitalize the county government's operations and enhan...

Contestation over muguka, miraa moves to Parliament as MP files notice to have them banned
Barack Oduor  |  Jun 01, 2024

According to Baya, his move is pushed by the increased use of the two crops by youths across the country, a habit he has described as detrimental to t...

KRA defends raid on Rahma media as Governor Abdulswamad alleges intimidation
Farhiya Hussein  |  May 29, 2024

KRA stated the enforcement actions taken on Wednesday at Rahma Broadcasting Limited are part of KRA’s standard operations to ensure tax compliance.

Governor Abdulswamad bans entry, transportation, sale and use of muguka, its products in Mombasa
Farhiya Hussein  |  May 23, 2024

Scientific evidence highlighting Muguka's detrimental effects on mental health and its broader social, economic, and environmental impacts also signif...

400 Mombasa teachers set for training on robotics, coding
Farhiya Hussein  |  May 12, 2024

The initiative aims to tackle the increasing demand for digital literacy in schools and will involve the training of at least five teachers per school...

Mombasa introduces Serikali Mtaani initiative to enhance grassroots governance
Farhiya Hussein  |  Feb 23, 2024

Nassir, on Friday, it was highlighted that Serikali Mtaani will lead to the expansion of sub-county administrations.

Governor Abdulswamad inspects Mombasa gas stations in wake of Embakasi tragedy
Farhiya Hussein  |  Feb 07, 2024

The move by the county follows a gas explosion in Nairobi that left seven people dead and others injured.

Mombasa to name road after Jaramogi Odinga - Governor Abdulswamad
Amina Wako  |  Jan 22, 2024

Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir said Jaramogi deserved recognition for the sacrifices he made for the nation.

Governor Abdulswamad skips Jamuhuri Day celebrations, opts to visit prisoners at Jela Baridi
Farhiya Hussein  |  Dec 12, 2023

A distinctive Jamhuri Day Celebration unfolded in Mombasa, where County Commissioner Abdirizak Jaldesa led the event in Likoni.

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