May 22, 2026 - A chiefs’ coronation ceremony was held in the Kutulo area of Mandera South Sub-County, where new leadership for Bula Medina Location was officially installed during a public event attended by local administrators, community leaders and residents.
During the ceremony, the new chief of Bula Medina and his assistant were formally recognized and mandated to oversee administration duties in the area.
The event was presided over by Deputy County Commissioner (DCC) Charles Mbole, who urged the newly appointed administrators to execute their duties diligently and serve the community fairly and without bias.
The DCC emphasized the importance of accurate information sharing, warning chiefs against the spread of misinformation within their jurisdictions.
“It is your responsibility as chiefs to ensure that any misinformation circulating within your locations is identified and reported promptly,” the DCC said.
He further noted that ongoing infrastructure development, particularly road construction projects along the corridor, must be protected from disruption. He warned that there are individuals attempting to spread false information aimed at distracting peace and development efforts in the area.
According to the DCC, such misinformation could threaten security and slow down development projects currently benefiting residents.
Mr Mbole also urged local administrators to strengthen cooperation with security agencies and community elders in addressing emerging challenges affecting the region.
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He said chiefs remain a critical link between the government and wananchi, especially in areas where security and development must move hand in hand.
Local leaders echoed his sentiments, pledging to support the new chiefs in maintaining peace, unity and order within the area.
Residents present during the ceremony also expressed confidence in the new administration, saying they are ready to cooperate with security officers and local leadership to ensure stability and peaceful coexistence.
Community members vowed to work closely with local administrators to curb insecurity and prevent the spread of misleading information that could destabilize the region.
The ceremony concluded with renewed calls for cooperation between residents, administrators and security agencies to safeguard development projects and promote lasting peace in Mandera South. Recent leadership and administrative engagements in Mandera have increasingly focused on improving local coordination, strengthening information sharing and supporting stability in areas facing security and development challenges.

