Cabinet Secretary for Public Service Justin Muturi is set to confront President William Ruto during a Cabinet meeting at the Kakamega State Lodge today.
This meeting is their first face-to-face interaction since Muturi accused the National Intelligence Service (NIS) of abducting his son.
The claims, which have caused a political storm, were highlighted in People Daily.
The publication reported that this issue has intensified internal tensions within the government, with some of Ruto’s allies reportedly pushing for Muturi’s resignation.
According to People Daily, the President has not publicly addressed Muturi’s allegations, leaving uncertainty about his position on the matter.
Muturi’s claims have sparked a heated debate, with critics arguing that his accusations tarnish the government’s image.
However, his supporters view the move as a courageous effort to expose governance failures, particularly on matters of security and justice.
Muturi has been vocal about what he perceives as the administration’s shortcomings in addressing abductions and extrajudicial killings, which he argues go against the principles the government promised to uphold.
The timing of this meeting adds to the political intrigue, as it coincides with the swearing-in of three new Cabinet ministers.
While the primary agenda is to review national projects, especially in the Western region, it is expected that Muturi’s allegations will dominate discussions behind closed doors.
His revelation about his son’s abduction by NIS officers has raised serious questions about the state of security in the country.
Muturi claimed that the ordeal caused immense distress to his family and required President Ruto’s personal intervention to secure his son’s release.
The controversy surrounding these claims has created divisions within the government.
Sources close to the administration suggest that some senior officials see Muturi’s allegations as a direct challenge to Ruto’s leadership.
Meanwhile, others argue that the Cabinet Secretary’s statements reflect genuine frustrations with the government’s failure to deliver on its campaign promises.
These tensions are likely to influence the dynamics of today’s meeting and could have long-term implications for the administration’s cohesion.
The People Daily further reported that Muturi’s outspokenness has added pressure on President Ruto, who is already facing criticism over the government’s handling of various national issues.
All eyes will be on how the President addresses the concerns raised by one of his own Cabinet members.
Whether this encounter will lead to a resolution or deepen the rift within the government remains to be seen.
What is clear, however, is that the allegations have added a layer of complexity to an already delicate political environment.
