West Alego MCA Felix Okumu mum on 2027 plans, addresses cracks at Pap Olengo ECDE block

In an exclusive phone interview with the Siaya West Tribune on Monday, October 5, West Alego MCA Felix Okumu discussed 2027 politics and ward development.

When asked about his 2027 plans, the county lawmaker declined to confirm or deny whether he will defend his seat in the 2027 election. He suggested that it was too early to discuss political plans, and that he would be in a better position to address the question at a later time.

“You may ask me that question about 2027 in February or March next year. I believe I will be in a position to talk about it then,” he said.

The MCA said his immediate focus was on implementing the county budget and completing development projects in the ward.

“For now, my focus is entirely on county budget implementation: improving our road network, delivering water infrastructure, and completing projects,” Mr. Okumu said.

He argued that early political campaigns distract from service delivery, saying that politics could be addressed after people had been served.

Mr. Okumu has represented West Alego ward in the Siaya County Assembly for two terms. In the 2022 election, he won with 7,934 votes. The ward had 19,154 registered voters at the time.

Those who have expressed interest in the West Alego seat in the 2027 race include Bishop Silas Owiti Oduor of the Christ Glory Centre Ministry and Peter Omalla, a former youth representative on the Alego Usonga NG-CDF committee.

MCA says office to look into Pap Olengo ECDE block cracks

In the interview, Mr. Okumu also said his office would look into possible interventions regarding the Pap Olengo ECDE block. Concerns have been raised about the structure’s safety after it developed visible cracks on its walls. “That is only a maintenance issue,” the MCA said.

The block was completed less than six years ago. Asked why the structure had developed cracks relatively soon after completion, Mr. Okumu suggested that the school’s location in a waterlogged area could be a cause of the problem.