Kikuyu elders endorse Mutahi Kagwe for CS role
Elders from the Kikuyu community gathered on Friday in Nyeri and unanimously expressed support for former Health Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe’s inclusion in President William Ruto’s government.
Noting the absence of a Cabinet minister from the region, the elders emphasised the importance of representation of Nyeri in the Kenya Kwanza administration and urged kagwe to accept a proposed Cabinet position in the government.
During the meeting, the elders highlighted Kagwe’s extensive experience in public service, having previously served as the Health CS under former President Uhuru Kenyatta and as the Minister of Communications during late Mwai Kibaki’s presidency.
They believe his leadership skills and proven track record make him a suitable candidate for the role of Interior Cabinet Secretary, a position currently held by Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi in an acting capacity following the elevation of immediate former occupant of the docket, Prof Kithure Kindiki, to the post of Deputy President.
Kindiki assumed the higher status following the impeachment of Rigathi Gachagua, prompting President Ruto to appoint Mudavadi to head the Interior ministry temporarily.
Kagwe’s proposed nomination as the substantive Interior CS comes amid talks about an impending Cabinet reshuffle by President Ruto, aimed at strengthening governance and enhancing regional representation within his administration.
