Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special Programmes Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has accused former President Uhuru Kenyatta of inciting Kenyans against the Kenya Kwanza administration.
Speaking at an education and public engagement forum in Mbeere North, Ruku acknowledged that Kenyatta has the constitutional right to express his views but cautioned him against engaging in active politics.
“What the former President is doing is not just offering advice, it’s engaging in opposition politics and inciting Kenyans against a legitimately elected government,” Ruku said.
The CS urged Kenyatta to emulate his predecessors, the late Daniel arap Moi and Mwai Kibaki, by taking a statesman’s role and respecting those currently in office.
Ruku criticized the former President’s recent remarks on the Social Health Authority (SHA), clarifying that the “Linda Mama” program had not been abolished but expanded into “Linda Jamii,” which offers broader family health coverage.
He emphasized that while the current administration has made tough decisions, these were aimed at transforming the country and delivering development across Kenya.
Addressing local concerns, Ruku cited key government projects in Mbeere North, including the Kanyuambora–Kamumu–Kageeri Road and the Kanyuambora Irrigation Project. He dismissed claims of underdevelopment made by former Embu Senator Lenny Kivuti as misleading.
Ruku also faulted former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for allegedly making derogatory remarks about the people of Mbeere and failing to defend muguka, a critical cash crop in the region, during his tenure.
His sentiments were echoed by former Mbeere North MP Muriuki Njagagua, now a special advisor to President Ruto, who warned that Kenyatta risks losing his pension benefits if he continues engaging in partisan politics.
The leaders concluded by rallying support for UDA candidate Leonard Muriuki (Wa Muthende) in the upcoming Mbeere North by-election, urging residents to vote for the ruling party to ensure development continuity.
