Trans-Nzoia Governor George Natembeya ordered security officers to deny senior county officers access for showing up late for a meeting scheduled at 9am.
The newly elected Natembeya won praise for strict office rules after turning away the officials.
The meeting with County Executive Committee(CEC) members was intended to deliberate on the county’s development plan for the next five years.
“When I say we meet at 9am sharp I mean 9am sharp and not 9:01am. I personally arrived here five minutes earlier so everyone should learn to keep time. Past the said time, if you are out, remain there,” Natembeya is quoted as saying.
The Governor gained a reputation for his strictness in his former role as a government administrator.
Sixteen officials were affected by the Governor’s order. He maintained that timekeeping is the only way for one to show seriousness to their work.
The former Rift Valley regional commissioner has been commended for his leadership style even in the past. Natembeya reported to work at 7am, on his first day in office as governor.