Security has been tightened in Nairobi ahead of Nairobi
Governor-elect Mike Sonko's swearing-in ceremony at Uhuru Park.
President Uhuru Kenyatta is expected to attend the fete
scheduled to start at 9 am.
Last week, Sonko rejected the Sh25 million shillings meant
for the inauguration.
He instead directed that the monies be used to offset salary
arrears owed to county employees.
Frequent withdrawal of services by contractors due to unpaid
fees has contributed to the mismanagement of garbage in the city, a report
revealed in January.
On Tuesday, Sonko assured contractors and suppliers that
pending payments will be cleared as soon as he is sworn into office.
In a gazette notice, Sonko cautioned them from being duped
by fraudsters who are reportedly soliciting for bribes to facilitate speedy
processing of their payments.
"I wish to categorically state here that I have not
mandated anyone whatsoever to either solicit or follow up on any pending
payment at City Hall."
President Uhuru on Saturday met with Nairobi Jubilee elected
leaders and urged them to avoid squabbles when they assume office.
