Wilber Ottichilo
KenyapoliticianMale8.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Wilber Ottichilo is the Governor of Vihiga County in Kenya, known for his leadership in local governance and health initiatives. He has been actively involved in discussions regarding the impact of foreign aid on Kenya's healthcare system, particularly in light of recent funding freezes that threaten essential health services.
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Governor Ottichilo said the county had made significant strides in implementing its development agenda.
Vihiga governor unveils mid-term review, pledges to complete flagship projectsKenya· 2026-06-23
Vihiga Governor Wilber Ottichilo said county governments are using Geographic Information Systems (GIS), satellite imagery and demographic data to make more informed decisions.
Embrace data for sustainable growth, policymakers urgedKenya· 2026-06-03
Vihiga governor Wilber Ottichilo faced difficulties answering queries regarding Sh5 million spent on a housewarming party.
Governors to boycott Senate oversight committee over claims of extortionKenya· 2026-02-09
Wilber Ottichilo is a governor supporting Ruto's reelection campaign in Vihiga.
Ruto allies on edge as UDA-ODM deal rocks 2027 election plansKenya· 2026-01-15
Governor Wilber Ottichilo said leaders from Vihiga County are working closely with the national government.
Ruto says government considering waiver of ID card replacement feeKenya· 2025-10-04
He challenged Governor Wilber Ottichilo’s administration to take responsibility for the failing health system.
Outcry over declining services at Vihiga County Referral HospitalKenya· 2025-08-30
Wilber Ottichilo is the Governor of Vihiga County who is mentioned in relation to the Finance Bill.
Vihiga residents decry rushed Finance Bill, new hefty penaltiesKenya· 2025-08-26
Wilber Ottichilo announced that the county had acquired a 10-acre parcel of land for the factory.
Vihiga residents raise concerns over stalled granite factoryKenya· 2025-07-30
Governor Wilber Ottichilo unveiled the County Flag and Other Symbols Selection Panel, which is tasked with overseeing the anthem’s creation.
Vihiga residents oppose plan to compose county anthemKenya· 2025-06-27
Governor Wilber Ottichilo assented to the Vihiga County Facilities Improvement Financing Bill, 2025.
Vihiga health facilities to manage own revenue after new law signedKenya· 2025-05-09
Governor Wilber Ottichilo announced that the county is leveraging a state-of-the-art NCD clinic at Hamisi Sub-County Hospital and collaborating with partners to host screening and treatment camps.
Vihiga banks on strategic partnerships to combat non-communicable diseasesKenya· 2025-03-21
Governor Wilber Ottichilo emphasized the significance of the partnership between the County Government and the M-Pesa Foundation.
Vihiga County to construct maternal health complex to curb mortalityKenya· 2025-02-25
Vihiga Governor Wilber Ottichilo participated in a Health Summit held in Nairobi.
Top ministry officials to meet US envoy over frozen US health aidKenya· 2025-02-19
