Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Saturday, July 13, called on President William Ruto to appoint a fresh team of competent Cabinet Secretaries.
Speaking during the commissioning of Kipsoen Technical and Vocational College in Elgeyo Marakwet, Gachagua commended Ruto for his bold move to dismiss the ministers.
Gachagua urged the Head of State to consider appointing apolitical, uncorrupt and humble cabinet secretaries who will help him serve the people of Kenya.
According to the DP, Kenyans demanded a cabinet that served with efficiency, and harmony and one that puts the people's demands ahead of personal interest.
“We fully support you for the bold decision to dismiss your cabinet secretaries so that you can appoint new ones to help you in your role," Gachagua commented.
"Appoint CSs who have no pride, those who don't engage in politics and those who are not corrupt. That will help you to deliver to the people,” the Deputy President added.
The Deputy President exuded confidence in the president, stating it was the time for Ruto to exercise his powers and choose the right leaders for the betterment of the nation.
Gachagua's remarks come hardly two days after President Ruto dismissed all his cabinet secretaries and spared the Prime Cabinet Secretary and the Deputy President position.
According to President Ruto, the move to overhaul the cabinet was in line with the demands made by Kenyans during the recent nationwide demonstrations.
The Head of State also noted that he decided to dismiss the ministers after holistically appraising their performances.
"Upon reflection and listening keenly to what the people of Kenya have said and after holistic appraisal of the performance of my Cabinet and its achievements and challenges," Ruto stated.
"I have today in line with the powers given to me decided to dismiss with immediate effect all the CSs and AG except the PCS and CS for Foreign Affairs and the office of the DP is not affected in any way," he added.
