Ruku’s remarks came in response to statements by Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga, who recently indicated that ODM considers the Deputy President’s position a strategic target in the next electoral cycle.
However, the Cabinet Secretary was categorical that the office is neither vacant nor available for political negotiations.
Speaking on Thursday, Ruku defended Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, stating that he is firmly in office and fully focused on executing his constitutional mandate.
Speaking on Thursday, Ruku defended Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, stating that he is firmly in office and fully focused on executing his constitutional mandate.
He emphasized that leadership roles should not be treated as bargaining chips in early political alignments.
“The country already has a serving Deputy President,” Ruku maintained, adding that any contest for the position can only be determined by the electorate at the appropriate time.
“The country already has a serving Deputy President,” Ruku maintained, adding that any contest for the position can only be determined by the electorate at the appropriate time.
He cautioned against premature political maneuvering, arguing that such rhetoric risks distracting leaders from service delivery.
Oburu, on his part, had clarified that ODM’s interest in the Deputy President’s seat should not be viewed as a personal attack on Kindiki. He described the office as a public position open to competition in a democratic system.
Oburu, on his part, had clarified that ODM’s interest in the Deputy President’s seat should not be viewed as a personal attack on Kindiki. He described the office as a public position open to competition in a democratic system.
Nonetheless, Ruku’s swift rebuttal signals that the Kenya Kwanza administration is keen to shut down speculation over potential power-sharing arrangements.
The exchange has injected fresh momentum into early 2027 political conversations. Observers note that although the election remains some time away, leaders are increasingly staking their positions as alliances begin to take shape.
Previously, President William Ruto hinted at possible cooperation with ODM during the burial of Raila Odinga, urging unity and cautioning against internal wrangles that could weaken the party.
The exchange has injected fresh momentum into early 2027 political conversations. Observers note that although the election remains some time away, leaders are increasingly staking their positions as alliances begin to take shape.
Previously, President William Ruto hinted at possible cooperation with ODM during the burial of Raila Odinga, urging unity and cautioning against internal wrangles that could weaken the party.
However, Ruku’s latest clarification suggests that while dialogue may exist, key government positions remain non-negotiable.
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