

Former Cabinet Secretary for Public Service Justin Muturi has found himself at the center of a heated debate over his tenure as Attorney General.Muturi defended his record, stating that the allegations of incompetence against him are unfounded.
In a recent interview, Muturi defended his record, stating that the allegations of incompetence against him are unfounded. This comes after President William Ruto criticized Muturi for his performance while in office.Muturi emphasized that during his time as AG, he focused on making the state law office independent, a promise he and his team had made to the people of Kenya during their campaigns.He highlighted that this was a significant achievement and one that he stands by. Despite the President’s accusations, Muturi remains steadfast in his defense of his actions and decisions during his tenure.
The controversy surrounding Muturi’s performance as AG escalated when Ruto accused him of delaying the rollout of the Muslim Endowment Fund (Waqf), a project proposed by Muslim leaders. Ruto labeled Muturi as incompetent and blamed him for the delays in implementing the fund. However, Muturi quickly responded, clarifying that the Waqf Act of 2022 does not include provisions for a Muslim Endowment Fund. He explained that the creation of such a fund is a personal initiative by individuals who practice Islam and is not mandated by the Act.

“The exchange between Muturi and Ruto underscores the complexities of governance and decision-making within the government. It also sheds light on the challenges faced by public officials in fulfilling their duties and meeting the expectations of the public.”
The differing perspectives presented by Muturi and Ruto highlight the nuances of leadership and accountability in a political landscape.