Mukhisa Kituyi: I would have confronted Ruto if I were the Foreign Affairs CS
Mukhisa Kituyi on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, said he would have confronted President William Ruto over his conduct had he served as Kenya’s Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary. Kituyi said he could not serve under Ruto without challenging him and would have told the President to act presidentially. Kituyi criticises Ruto on foreign affairs “If I […]
On September 9, 2026, former Kenyan Cabinet Secretary for Foreign Affairs Mukhisa Kituyi stated that he would have confronted President William Ruto if he had been in Ruto's position. Kituyi argued that he would not have served under Ruto and would have demanded that the President act with presidential dignity. He maintained that Ruto has the necessary expertise within his government to recognize when his actions are incorrect, but continued conduct suggests that Ruto does not heed advice.
Kituyi also highlighted the issue of officials serving under Ruto and their ability to challenge decisions they deem incorrect. He emphasized that a Foreign Affairs CS should be prepared to confront the President and point out when their conduct is inappropriate. Kituyi raised concerns about the President's contradictory statements, questioning how he could instruct people with small jobs to step aside while simultaneously expediting refugee ID registration, potentially benefiting Ruto's electoral prospects.
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