National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah has launched a scathing critique of the Ministry of Education, accusing senior officials of being disconnected from the challenges facing schools and learners across the country.
Speaking during a heated parliamentary session, Ichung’wah criticized what he described as poor coordination and weak oversight within the ministry. He singled out the Principal Secretary, alleging that he operates almost entirely from Nairobi and is unaware of the real issues in counties and sub-counties.
“The education sector faces serious problems that cannot be solved from offices in the capital,” Ichung’wah said. “Learners, teachers, and school administrators need leaders who are present on the ground and willing to engage directly with communities.”
He blamed frequent policy confusion, delayed program implementation, and communication breakdowns on the absence of senior officials from schools and education offices outside Nairobi. According to Ichung’wah, this disconnect has fueled growing frustration among parents and education stakeholders.
The Majority Leader urged Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba to take firm control of the ministry and ensure that top officials are more visible and accountable. He emphasized that leadership in education must be practical, responsive, and informed by firsthand experience rather than just reports and briefings.
