Comedian Chipukeezy real name Vincent Muasya Mutua is the new Vice Chairperson of the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) Board.

Chipukeezy was elected by the board of directors during a meeting held yesterday (Tuesday) replacing Peterson Mwai who served in that position untilll March 2021.

While annoucing the selection, NACADA Board Cjhairperson Professor Mabel Imbuga said that Chipukeezy will be instrumental in steering the Authority's mandate as he resonates well with the youth and young persons who are critical target group for prevention campaigns.

In his appreciation speech, Chipukeezy pledged to utilize the opportunity to spearhead youth and children programs in line with the Authority strategic plan to provide hope for the young persons struggling with addiction in the country.

He thanked the board for the vote of confidence and revealed that he is looking forward to working with the board members to provide strategic guidance and policy direction at a time that Kenya is facing a myriad of challenges including upsurge in alcohol and drug abuse consumption especially during this COVID-19 period.