National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed has issued a definitive statement denying speculation about his possible appointment as Minister of Interior.
The rumors suggested that the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party could secure additional ministerial positions in President William Ruto’s inclusive government, making Mr Junet a likely candidate. The debate over the post of Home Affairs CS gained momentum after Parliament recently approved Home Affairs CS Kitule Kindiki as vice president to replace the impeached Ligati Gachagua. However, Suna East categorically denied any suggestion that he was involved in lobbying for the MP’s position, and clarified that neither he nor the ODM party had put his name forward for consideration. did.
In a detailed statement released on Saturday, Mr. Genet directly addressed this speculation, saying, “I have no basis for my alleged interest in the position of Cabinet Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration.” I noticed that there was an insinuation that there was no public service, which is always an honor, but I have to do it.” Please make it clear that I do not intend to pursue this position and ODM has not proposed my candidacy for such a position. ”
Junet, a close ally of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, expressed satisfaction with his current role in parliament and stressed the importance of constitutional law in Kenya’s governance structure. He acknowledged President Ruto’s efforts to create a more inclusive government that better reflects national unity and promotes effective service delivery. The political situation is expected to change significantly once the legal process to challenge Gachagua’s exclusion is completed. If Kindiki transitions to vice president, the post at the Ministry of Interior will become vacant.
This vacancy will occur in parallel with an existing vacancy in the Ministry of Gender following Parliament’s rejection of Stella Soy’s nomination. Despite her extensive civil service background, the Appointments Committee cited concerns about Soi’s understanding of the gender portfolio and her professional background as factors in its decision. President William Ruto’s nomination of Kisre Kindiki as vice president received overwhelming support in Parliament, with 236 MPs voting in favor of the appointment following the removal of Ligati Gachagua.
Nyaribari Masaba MP Daniel Manduku said the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) yesterday recommended Junet Mohamed as its preferred candidate to replace Kindiki as interior minister. The revelation was made during a K24 panel discussion by the lawmaker, who also suggested that Kindiki may have already tendered his resignation to the president.
