Governor Moses Kiarie Badilisha has condemned wanton destruction of Aberdare forest, terming the jungle as a lifeline for millions of people in more than 10 counties.

Speaking in Ndaragwa during Mashujaa Day celebrations, Badilisha noted that over the last one year, in both local and national platforms, he had raised alarm on the systemic cutting of trees in the forest.

The governor added that the forest was a haven for men and women who fought for independence, hence the need for its preservation for historical reasons.

On development, Badidlisha said since he assumed office the county achieved key development milestones, citing his flagship project of subsidized A.I programme, aimed at improving the quality of livestock and enhanced extension services.

“These interventions have made Nyandarua second largest producer of milk in the country with close to 100,000 cows serviced by our Animal Health Assistants,” he noted.

In addition, Badilisha said through these interventions the county government had

successfully inseminated cows, translating into almost 20,000 new calves.

“Through this initiative alone farmers have saved over Sh110 million that was directed to other economical ventures,” he further noted.

On access to clean water, the governor said his government had pushed water accessibility to above 57 percent across all the five sub counties, up from the previous 38 percent during his tenure in office.

“Currently, each of the water points is able to reach between 300-600 households translating to approximately 3000 people,” he noted.

Nyandarua County Commissioner Abdirisack Jaldesa on his part urged parents to give their children who are about to sit for their national exams ample time and a good environment in order to facilitate them excel in their academic work.

By Kimani Tirus