LOCAL NEWS - BY KEN SIMIYU AND MOUREEN MBECHE - 28.09.13 - CROSS COUNTRY RACE: TURKANA COUNTY

For the first time in Turkana County, a cross country race was held sponsored by the county government of Turkana and Tullow Oil Company.The race which took place at the Lodwar Mixed Primary school involved many participants due to variety of races. According to the deputy governor Turkana County Peter Ekai, it’s not only education that improves life but also talent. He therefore encouraged the youth to also focus on their talents in various fields. The events which included Turkana Central, East, North, South and Loima failed to include Turkana West. Turkana West MP Daniel Nanok said that Turkana is a communal land therefore all events should include every part of Turkana. He faulted the exclusion of Turkana West in the event. The deputy director Tullow Oil, Sid Black hailed the event and promised they would do more to uplift sports in the region. He even promised that Tullow Oil Company would build a stadium in Turkana County. The event was also graced by the cabinet secretary for sports Isaiah Kiplagat who praised the teams involved in making the event successful. He also promised that his ministry was committed to improving sports in the country.