Governor Kiraitu has thanked the national government for continued support that has seen increased developments in Meru, even as his government is committed to increase water resources in the dry regions and other development projects in Meru.

The Governor who spoke at St. John Methodist, Kirua hailed CS. Matiangi for the great benchmark he made in the Education Ministry and Matatu Sector.

On his side, Dr. Matiangi praised the Governor terming him a great mentor and a role model. As evident, he said no Governor in the Republic of Kenya has the national government worked with like Kiraitu, due to his political good will, outstanding national experience in matters development and constitution reforms.

On security, Matiangi cleared that Naari Police post will not be closed but elevated to boost the area's security. He directed that security patrols be enhanced to work out security issues in the county, especially on areas stretching from the northern parts of Meru, where many insecurity incidences have been experienced.

Matiangi asked the security agencies to work with the Governor in order to agree on how best to address the county's security issues.

He added that he will, with the relevant ministries, follow up on the national government's development programs in Meru County to ascertain their progress.

Public Service CS, Margaret Kobia, who was also present, said she was impressed with the County's women empowerment (Twaweza) program pointing out that the only biggest challenge affecting women is nothing else other than water, education and health. She said addressing these challenges through the Big Four Agenda is equally important.