Speaker of the National Assembly Moses Wetang'ula has pledged to ensure the Ngata stretch along the Eldoret-Nakuru Highway is converted into a dual carriage.
This follows a road accident along the stretch that resulted in 11 deaths on Monday morning
He said he will work with the relevant committee of the National Assembly to have the plan come to a reality.
"The Ngata stretch has long been known as one of the most dangerous black spots. The government had previously pledged to transform it into a dual road in an effort to reduce such accidents," Speaker Wetang'ula said.
"In my capacity as the Speaker, I will ensure this is expedited through a relevant committee of roads and transport."
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The Speaker at the same time sent his condolences to the families that lost their loved ones in the accident.
The accident occurred Ngata area, Nakuru, along the Soilo-Salgaa stretch of the Great North Road, resulting in the loss of 11 lives.
Eight people died on the spot while three others succumbed while undergoing treatment in the hospital.
Nakuru County Police Commander, Samuel Ndanyi, the tragedy occurred when a Matatu, carrying passengers from Kitale to Nairobi, collided head-on with a truck.
Those injured were rushed to the Nakuru Level 6 Hospital.
The accident comes at a time when the country is staring at a festive season that is often characterized by a series of accidents.
