Members of the National Assembly Committee on Education have questioned the State Department on Immigration over the delay in issuance of ID cards to students which has hindered university students from accessing loans and scholarships.

In a meeting chaired by Hon. Julius Melly, PS Immigration Julius Bitok assured lawmakers that delays in the issuance of Maisha Number identity cards were being addressed.

Hon. Julius Melly has revealed the state of affairs at Moi University. Speaking during a session of the National Assembly on Friday, 18th October 2024, Hon. Melly, Chairperson, Education Committee, informed lawmakers of the university’s financial woes, citing mismanagement of funds, insolvency, and a crippling wage bill that has forced the institution to seek urgent financial aid from the government.