The Kisii County government has finalized the Heroes and Heroines Bill that will be presented before the County Assembly for necessary approval.

Governor James Ongwae announced that the bill will be subjected to public participation to help the county identify heroes and determine how they should be honoured.

Addressing residents during this year’s Madaraka Day celebrations at the Gusii stadim, ongwae states plans by his administration to erect statues and monuments made from soapstone at designated areas in the County in honour of the heroes.

“We salute the gallant sons and daughters of our land who sacrificed immensely so that we can enjoy the freedom and liberty today In our own County, we salute those who sacrificed and even paid the ultimate price in the liberation struggle.” said Ongwae.

The Governor said Otenyo Nyamaterere, Moraa Ng’iti, Ogwora Bitega, Siruel Moturi, Ongeri Nyamateganda, Bethwel Nyagaka and Nyamacharara will be among the heroes who will be honoured.