Ruku honours NCIC summons, defends Mt Kenya East remarks
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has appeared before the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) to respond to inflammatory remarks attributed to him. Ruku appeared before the commission on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, following a summons over remarks in which he called for the splitting of the Mount Kenya region into East and West. […]
Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku appeared before the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, to address inflammatory remarks he made about the Mount Kenya region. The remarks called for the region to be split into East and West. Ruku defended his comments, stating that advocating for the regional split was within his political rights as a state officer and public servant. He appeared before the commission following a summons over the inflammatory remarks.
Ruku emphasized his obligation to appear before constitutional institutions when summoned. He described his meeting with the commission as cordial, saying it provided an opportunity to clarify issues surrounding his remarks. "We had a very cordial and good discussion this morning with the entire commission, and we have clarified where we needed to clarify, and we are moving in a very good direction," he added.
The NCIC has taken note of Ruku's response to the case and is considering its implications. The commission remains vigilant, impartial, and firm in carrying out its mandate. The final decision on Ruku's case is expected within a week.
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