Earlier today, Bomet Governor Hillary Barchok was involved in a minor traffic incident along the Narok-Kericho Highway. The incident occurred between the governor’s official vehicle and a motorbike taxi (boda boda) carrying a passenger.
Thankfully, neither Governor Barchok nor the boda boda rider sustained any injuries. However, the passenger on the motorbike suffered minor soft tissue injuries and is currently receiving medical attention at Longisa County Referral Hospital.
In a statement released following the incident, Governor Barchok extended his wishes for the quick recovery of the injured passenger.
“In light of this incident, Barchok urges all road users to observe traffic rules, exercise responsibility and caution at all times to prevent such unfortunate occurrences.”
The National Transport and Safety Authority data indicates that about 1,214 lives were lost in road accidents in the last three months.
NTSA Deputy Director, Safety, Audit and Inspection Eng Christine Ogut said the data was a worrisome trend, with fatalities increasing by five per cent compared to the same period last year
