Nairobi, Kenya- In Africa, Kenya’s political landscape seems to have more drama than soap operas. In yet another twist, the Kenyan government has newly appointed Professor Kithure Kindiki as Deputy President, a role that until recently belonged to Rigathi Gachagua.
But this comes as no surprise because long before Rigathi, Kindiki existed. Kindiki Kithure was William Ruto’s lawyer when he faced troubling times in the Hague because if the Post-Election Violence. Back then, Kindiki was the legal shoulder that Ruto could rely on. Furthermore, Ruto entrusted him with the critical role of chief agent in the 2022 presidential election, where Kindiki remained stationed at Bomas of Kenya until the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) announced the final results.
Perhaps Ruto found the time was right to reward his most reliable lawyer as the desired deputy president in Kenya. It is also worth noting that Professor Kindiki was the interior Cabinet Secretary and hence his excellent role and diligence in serving the President Ruto’s priorities made him the most preferred option.
However, President Ruto’s recent move has sparked controversy, with some critics accusing him of underhanded tactics while others praising his unexpected strategy.
In his defense, President Ruto said, “I was a lonely voice in the presidency, especially in the executive,” while addressing dignitaries during Professor Kindiki’s swearing in ceremony.
The President also confessed that he was confident in Kindiki Kithure’s capability and now seems certain that the Professor will do “What he cannot do.”
This move, stunning in its suddenness, highlights the fluidity of political allegiances that once rocked political parties in Kenya. Its repetition in President Ruto’s government appointments is a stark reflection of the unpredictable nature of Kenyan politics.
Kenyan netizens did not shy away from expressing their views. One, David Anamani said, “Accept the fact that everyone will leave you, even the people who promised to stay.”
Another called Mzalendo said, “Kindiki is evil but his latter, Rigathe Gachagua is the devil, ” while another said that Rigathe Gachagua fell from grace to grass.”
A catalogue of congratulatory messages poured in from governmental parastatals and agencies, honoring Professor Kithure Kindiki’s recent appointment.
Whether this latest appointment signals a deeper shift in political alignments or is simply another chapter in Kenya’s intricate political saga is yet to be seen. For now, the future of political relationships remains in the hands of time.