Governor Sakaja celebrate his 38th birthday by planting 3,800 trees

This is in a bid to restore Nairobi's green status. Governor Sakaja celebrate his 38th birthday by planting 3,800 trees

Governor Sakaja celebrate his 38th birthday by planting trees at Central Park
Image: WILFRED NYANGARESI

Nairobi governor Johnson Arthur Sakaja is 38 years today.

For his birthday, the county governor planted 3,800 seedlings at Central Park, Nairobi. 

The exercise took place in various wards within the county with the assistance of the National Youth Service.

This is in a bid to restore Nairobi's green status.

At least 11,000 youths in Nairobi will be employed to participate in the tree-planting programme.

On his social media platforms, he shared photos from the exercise thanking his deputy for joining him.

"Deeply grateful to my Deputy Njoroge Muchiri our CECMs, CCOs, the entire city hall staff, the Nairobi Serena Hotel team, our partners, and youth CBOs in all Sub Counties for joining me in planting trees throughout the city today. For my 38th we are planting 3,800 trees today," he wrote.

In yet another photo, he shared how elated he was after Busia Boy he offered to educate visited him on Sakaja's birthday. 

"Carlos Barasa the brave young boy who came up to me in Busia about his high school came by this morning to wish me a happy birthday as he heads out to High School. Thanks, Carlos and all the best as you go forward and conquer."

Check birthday messages from his fans;

Micke Rucha: Happy birthday Mr. Governor. Wish you well, good health and mental wellness, and a life of integrity as you lead and grow. May you take time to mentor as many young people as the Lord grants you the opportunity and as time is with you. Enjoy your day.

Steve Njenga: Happy birthday SGS. The boy will be a great man someday. The sparkle in his eye can tell. He just needs mentorship, guidance, and support...May God bless you, that's a kind gesture, am sure he'll not let you down.