Nairobi, Kenya- Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi is not backing down.
Despite growing calls for his resignation, he insists there’s no valid reason for him to step down.
Speaking on Citizen TV’s JKLive on Wednesday night, Muturi dismissed speculation of a fallout with President William Ruto and defended his recent remarks on state abductions.
Public Service CS Justin Muturi: I am still in government because I am in that coalition and I participated actively in campaigning for Kenyan Kwanza in the 2022 general elections. I am perfectly within my right in the coalition to be in government #JKLive @AyubAbdikadir
Not Stepping Down Anytime Soon
Muturi made it clear: he’s not going anywhere. Calls for his resignation erupted following his criticism of the government’s handling of enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings during the Gen Z protests late last year.
But in his view, holding the administration accountable isn’t insubordination—it’s his duty.
“The issue I raised on January 12 was an objection to abductions and extrajudicial killings happening in the country,” he said. “If left unchecked, such actions could plunge Kenya into chaos.”
Muturi further argued that the Kenya Kwanza administration had promised to end forced disappearances during its campaign, and he was simply reminding them to keep their word.
Instead of calls for his resignation, he quipped, “I should be congratulated for restating the government’s position.”
Government Took His Concerns Seriously
His outcry wasn’t in vain. The CS claims his remarks ultimately pushed the government to address the issue of abductions, reinforcing the need to follow legal procedures when making arrests.
“If people are arrested, they should be presented before a court within 24 hours and informed of the reason for their arrest,” he emphasized, citing Kenya’s Constitution.
This statement aligns with broader concerns about human rights violations in Kenya.
Several rights groups have previously raised alarms over enforced disappearances, pressing the government to take decisive action.
DP Exits Kenya Kwanza: Democratic Party serves 30 day notice to quit Kenya Kwanza DP officials say agreement provides for 30 day notice DP formerly associated with Public Service CS Justin Muturi #JKLive @AyubAbdikadir
Dodging the Democratic Party Drama
Muturi also addressed his former party’s latest political maneuver—though he kept his distance.
The Democratic Party (DP) recently issued a notice to exit the Kenya Kwanza coalition, but the CS maintained that it was purely the decision of party leaders.
“I’m no longer involved in the party’s decisions,” he said, brushing off any speculation that he influenced the move.For now, Muturi seems unfazed by the political heat.
His stance on enforced disappearances has drawn both criticism and support, but one thing is clear—he’s standing his ground.
