The National Land Commission (NLC) has formally handed over its Exit Report to President William Ruto, marking the conclusion of the Second Commission’s six-year tenure.
The handover ceremony took place at State Lodge in Kitui County, where NLC Chairperson Gershom Otachi, Commissioners, and Chief Executive Officer Kabale Tache Arero presented key policy documents and research findings to the Head of State.
Speaking during the occasion, CHRP Arero described the event as a significant milestone that symbolizes the Commission’s successful completion of its constitutional mandate and the seamless transition to the next phase of leadership.
“This morning, I had the distinct honour of accompanying the outgoing Chairperson and Commissioners as we formally handed over the Second Commission’s Exit Report to His Excellency President Dr. William Ruto. It was a momentous occasion, marking the end of this Commission’s term and the transfer of our work to the nation’s leadership,” she said.
Among the key documents presented were Kenya’s first-ever Natural Resource Atlas and a comprehensive study on the effects of land fragmentation on food security.
The Commission also submitted a National Land Policy Recommendations Handbook, an Investigation Guideline, and the 2024/2025 Annual Report, all designed to strengthen land governance, policy formulation, and equitable land use across the country.
President Ruto commended the outgoing Commission for its dedication to resolving long-standing land disputes and enhancing land tenure security.
He acknowledged the Commission’s efforts in advancing transparency and accountability in land management and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to sustaining these reforms.
“The National Land Commission has played a vital role in safeguarding public land and shaping fair policies. Since it was created under the 2010 Constitution, the NLC has resolved long-standing disputes and, as a result, tens of thousands of Kenyans have been settled and received land ownership documents,” President Ruto said.
CHRP Arero expressed gratitude to the President for his continued support and emphasised the Commission’s readiness to ensure a smooth transition.
“We are committed to carrying this legacy forward with the next Commission, ensuring continuity in protecting public land and promoting responsible land governance,” she affirmed.