Narok Governor warns against mismanagement of Mau Forest evictees compensation funds

Narok Governor Patrick ole Ntutu has issued a stern warning against the mismanagement and misappropriation of compensation funds set aside for Mau Forest evictees. 

Speaking  at Olmegenyu  in Narok South, Ntutu insisted that all 13,500 people earmarked for compensation must receive their rightful shares without interference or corruption.

The governor expressed dissatisfaction with how the first phase of compensation—amounting to Sh600 million—was handled, citing reports of irregularities and favoritism.

“This time, I will personally scrutinize the beneficiary list before the final payout to ensure that the money reaches genuine evictees. We will not allow the same mistakes to recur,” Ntutu said firmly.

He warned government officials, brokers, and local leaders against tampering with the process, adding that those found guilty of malpractice will face legal action.

“The compensation is meant to restore dignity to those who suffered eviction. Let us not add pain to their trauma by denying them justice,” he added.

Governor Ntutu also took time to defend President William Ruto over the controversial 5,800-acre parcel of land in Narok South Sub-county previously owned by the late provincial administrator Isaiah Cheluget.

The land has recently become a political hot topic, with various leaders accusing the President of political favoritism.

Ntutu dismissed these claims, urging critics to stop politicizing the issue for personal gain.

He was supported by Emurua Dikirr MP Johana Ngeno, who clarified that President Ruto’s reference to Cheluget was not about the deceased individual but rather related to broader historical land matters.

“We commend the Cheluget family for stepping forward and clarifying the situation,” Ngeno said.