Push for NMS to take over payment of Sh3.6bn pending bills

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Push for NMS to take over payment of Sh3.6bn pending bills

Nairobi ward representatives want Nairobi Metropolitan Services (NMS) to take over payment of pending bills at the county government.

Source: Business Daily

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