The utility vehicles procured by the County Government of Busia through ward based projects will help address challenges facing county residents, Busia Deputy Governor H.E Moses Mulomi has revealed.

The DG who flagged off the vehicles to their respective wards outside the County headquarters on Friday said they will supplement the services offered by ambulances at grassroots level.

However, H.E Mulomi told Members of the County Assembly from wards that purchased the Toyota Hilux vehicles to use them for intended purpose.

"Ensure strict guidelines are followed including use of work tickets and work orders," he said, urging other honorable

Members to follow suit for the benefit of residents of their wards.

The wards which procured the vehicles at a cost of Sh4m each include Malaba North, Bukhayo East, Angurai South, Malaba Central, Amukura East and Malaba South.

Hon Patrick Omanyala (Malaba North) said the vehicle will help address many challenges in his ward including funerals, sports and other emergencies.

Moses Echopat (Amukura East) said they will ensure all guidelines pertaining to its usage are followed to the letter.

Grace Olita (Angurai South) thanked the Governor H.E Sospeter Ojaamong and Deputy Governor Moses Mulomi for giving them strength to budget for the vehicles, noting that the it will also serve residents of Angurai East and Angurai North wards.

Photo: Busia Deputy Governor H.E Moses Mulomi flagging off utility vehicles for six wards in the county.