Willis Raburu Resigns As Chairperson Of Nairobi Festival Committee, Calls For System Change
Image: Media personality, Willis RaburuFormer Citizen TV anchor Willis Raburu has resigned from his position as Chairperson of the Nairobi Festival Committee, which he was appointed to in July 2023. In a statement, Raburu said that he had made the decision to step down in order to push for systemic change to improve the effectiveness of service delivery and leadership in the Nairobi County government.
Raburu did not provide specific details about the changes he believes are needed, but he said that he believes a “more comprehensive look at existing systems is essential.”
“This morning, I have officially informed the leadership of the county that I will no longer be serving in my current capacity as Chair of the Nairobi Festival Committee. It has been an honour to work alongside Governor Sakaja and his administration,” Raburu stated in his social media post.
He added that he is confident that with the “right structural adjustments and a collective commitment to positive change,” Nairobi can achieve a brighter future.
Raburu’s resignation comes as a surprise to many, as he has been a vocal supporter of Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja and his administration. However, Raburu said that his departure does not mean that he is withdrawing his support for the county leadership. He said that he will continue to support the devolved government from a distance and hopes that his decision will serve as a catalyst for the necessary transformation that Nairobi deserves
