In a recent social media post, Kabando questioned the rationale behind Ruto’s decision to rehire several ministers who had been dismissed earlier. This move follows Ruto’s announcement that he would dissolve his cabinet after the recent anti-government protests. Ruto had promised to create a new, improved cabinet to enhance service delivery and address public grievances.
Despite the cabinet reshuffle, many of the former Cabinet Secretaries (CSs) were brought back into new roles, alongside some new faces. Kabando alleges that this decision was not based on the ministers’ past performance but rather on other, less transparent reasons. He suggests that their reinstatement was linked to the benefits they provided to Ruto, hinting at possible corruption.
Kabando’s criticisms extend beyond the cabinet reshuffle to the broader political landscape, including the recent deal between the Kenyan government and the India-based Adani Group. This deal involves the Adani Group taking over the management of JKIA. Kabando claims that the involvement of the Adani Group and the rehiring of former CSs are part of a larger pattern of covert agreements and questionable practices.
In his social media post, Kabando asserted, “Violent, impatient, covert takeovers of key public corporations, as is the case with JKIA by infamous Adani ‘investor,’ is because the sheriff has taken his cut.” He implied that the percentage of funds that the former CSs may have misappropriated was a factor in their return to the cabinet.
The deal with the Adani Group has sparked significant debate. Critics like Kabando argue that the deal might be influenced by under-the-table dealings and could serve personal interests rather than the public good. However, the Kenyan government has defended the agreement, stating that it is essential for modernizing and refurbishing JKIA.
Government Spokesman Isaac Mwaura addressed these concerns on Thursday, emphasizing the necessity of the deal. Mwaura highlighted ongoing issues at JKIA, including leaking roofs and power outages, which have resulted in international embarrassment for Kenya.
According to Mwaura, these problems underline the urgent need for modernization to ensure the airport meets global standards and serves travelers effectively.
Mwaura stated, “These challenges have caused International embarrassment and have highlighted the need for modernization.” His comments aim to reassure the public that the deal with Adani is focused on improving the airport’s infrastructure and operational efficiency, rather than being driven by corrupt motives.
The controversy surrounding the cabinet reshuffle and the JKIA deal has stirred public debate and criticism. While the government insists that the changes are intended to improve service delivery and address critical infrastructure needs, critics like Kabando remain skeptical. They argue that such decisions could be influenced by hidden agendas and questionable practices, undermining public trust in the administration.
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