Narc Kenya leader Martha Karua has sparked political debate with a cryptic message on social media, criticizing President William Ruto’s decision to appoint allies of former President Uhuru Kenyatta to his Cabinet.
Through a post on X (formerly Twitter), Karua indirectly condemned the appointments, claiming that Uhuru, Ruto, and Raila Odinga had joined forces to oppress Kenyans.
“As they continue to regroup to oppress, people of good will should regroup to liberate. #RutoMustGoNow,” she wrote, urging Kenyans to unite for change ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Her remarks come after President Ruto nominated several key figures associated with Uhuru’s regime to prominent government positions. This move has ignited heated political discussions and drawn mixed reactions.
Earlier, Karua also criticized former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, urging him to clarify his political alignment by formally joining Ruto’s administration. Speaking during an interview on NTV, she accused Raila of indecision amid Kenya’s growing economic struggles.
“If Raila has chosen to work with Ruto, let him formalize it and stop sending mixed signals. Kenyans are suffering, and leaders must decide where they stand,” Karua stated.
These comments followed Ruto’s controversial appointments of Raila’s allies, including John Mbadi, Ali Hassan Joho, and former Kakamega Governor Wycliffe Oparanya, to senior Cabinet roles in August.
The appointments are widely perceived as part of Ruto’s strategy to weaken the opposition by co-opting key Azimio coalition members.
In the latest wave of appointments, Ruto named several of Uhuru’s allies to key positions.
Notable figures included former Nakuru Governor Lee Kinyanjui as Trade CS, Mutahi Kagwe as CS for Agriculture, and former Laikipia Governor Ndiritu Muriithi as Chairperson of the Kenya Revenue Authority Board.
Political analysts believe Karua’s message could be a rallying call for those frustrated with Raila’s perceived leniency and Ruto’s leadership.
Criticism of Ruto’s recent appointments has also emerged within the ODM party.
Key figures, including Senator Ledama Olekina and Saboti MP Caleb Amisi, accused Ruto and Uhuru of perpetuating tribalism through their selection of government officials.
