Former Mombasa senator and the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) candidate Hassan Omar has unveiled his 5 point agenda for Mombasa county if elected to succeed Hassan Joho.
Reviving Mombasa's economy and strengthening devolution are Omar's top priorities.
"Over the last five years, I have held 840 meetings in Mombasa's 30 wards and 67 interactions with its stakeholders. My unpublicised memos of these engagements have enabled my team to develop a blueprint of ward based executive committees. These committees will roll out devolved functions, enhance transparent online interaction and create dignified employement and wealth which Mombasa has long sort in vain" said Omar.
Adding "We will strengthen devolution in Mombasa, develop a model of civic engagement, foster resident associations and reorganise the priorities of this county government. We will account for every penny and demonstrate why integrity in leadership matters"
His main plan christened 'Wheel' features sectors like water, health, economy, education and Land.
Addressing members of the press during a media briefing which he termed as closing statement, Omar who has been holding media briefings every Monday also promised to make sure that port services are brought back to Mombasa.
"My government has charted the plan into short and mid term but I want to make a public oath that port operations and services will be back to the people of Mombasa before we implement this plan. A good plan can't ignore the glaring injustices of Mombasa when their best developed saset and resource is intentionally directed to benefit a few people."
Omar who was flanked by his running mate Selina Maitha called on UDA supporters in Mombasa to come out in large numbers next week and vote for him and their presidential candidate William Ruto assuring them of enough security.
"Let no one try to scare you, we will have enough security and we will guard our votes, that I can assure you, so just come out and exercise your right. I believe we will form the next county and national government."
