Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special Programmes, Geoffrey Ruku, has accused former President Uhuru Kenyatta of inciting Kenyans against the government.
Speaking during a public engagement forum in Mbeere North, Ruku said that while Kenyatta has the constitutional right to express his views and offer advice, he should avoid active partisan politics.
“What the former President is doing is not just offering advice, it is engaging in opposition politics and inciting Kenyans against a legitimately elected government,” Ruku said.
He urged Kenyatta to emulate his predecessors, Daniel arap Moi and Mwai Kibaki, who acted as statesmen after leaving office. He also defended the Social Health Authority, explaining that the “Linda Mama” programme had not been scrapped but expanded into “Linda Jamii,” which covers entire families.
Ruku criticised Kenyatta’s comments on the government’s reforms, saying that while the administration has taken tough and sometimes unpopular measures, its commitment to development remains. He cited major projects in Mbeere, including the Kanyuambora–Kamumu–Kageeri Road and the Kanyuambora Irrigation Project, as evidence of progress.
The CS also targeted former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, accusing him of disrespecting the people of Mbeere through remarks suggesting locals survive on handouts. He further faulted Gachagua for failing to defend muguka, a cash crop central to the Mbeere economy, during his tenure.
Former Mbeere North MP Muriuki Njagagua, now a special advisor to President Ruto, echoed Ruku’s criticism of Kenyatta, warning that continued political activity could jeopardise his retirement benefits.
Both leaders rallied support for UDA candidate Leonard Muriuki Wa Muthende in the upcoming Mbeere North by-election, urging residents to back the ruling party.
