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Raila Odinga’s sudden insistence that CDF should be managed by county governments reeks of political convenience, not principled devolution. If the goal were truly to empower grassroots development, why target NGCDF—a system that has consistently delivered visible, tangible results for ordinary Kenyans? Schools, health clinics, and bursaries funded by CDF are undeniable proof of its impact. Meanwhile, how many counties can honestly say they’ve utilized their allocations with the same level of transparency and efficiency?

This isn’t about streamlining governance; it’s about control. By pushing CDF into the hands of ODM-aligned governors, Raila isn’t advocating for devolution—he’s enabling a new layer of political patronage. Wananchi know too well the difference between a fund that serves them directly and one that disappears into the labyrinth of county corruption.

If counties want to prove they deserve more resources, let them start by matching CDF’s track record. Until then, spare us the hollow lectures on "oversight." The real oversight Kenyans need is protection from leaders who see public funds as bargaining chips. #affordablerentals #alex #communitydevelopment