NAIROBI, Kenya – Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Treasurer Timothy Bosire has declined President William Ruto’s appointment to chair the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) Board.
Bosire confirmed his decision on Thursday, stating that he had not been consulted prior to the announcement.
“I only learned about the appointment through the gazette notice,” he revealed.
After extensive discussions with family and friends, Bosire chose to turn down the role.
The appointment, which was part of a series of new government assignments announced on January 17, had slated Bosire to take over from Manoj Shah, whose term was abruptly ended.
Bosire’s tenure would have lasted three years.
This refusal follows closely on the heels of another high-profile decline earlier this month.
Former ICT Cabinet Secretary Margaret Nyambura turned down her nomination as Kenya’s ambassador to Ghana, citing personal reasons.
Bosire’s rejection of the NTSA chairmanship underscores concerns about the current appointment process, particularly the apparent lack of consultation and vetting.
It raises broader questions about the transparency and inclusivity of these decisions, potentially setting the stage for further scrutiny of future appointments.
