CS Ruku Slams Opposition’s Push to Meet IEBC and Police as Political Noise

Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special Programmes Geoffrey Ruku has delivered a sharp rebuke to opposition leaders.

Dismissing their recent attempts to meet the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) and the Inspector General of Police as a hollow political exercise.

Speaking at a press briefing CS Ruku described the opposition’s move as an orchestrated distraction that lacks any real substance, adding that it was designed more to score political points than to address genuine governance concerns.

The public deserves more than empty theatrics,” Ruku said. “Attempts to stage meetings with independent institutions must be grounded in concrete proposals and solutions, not just headline-seeking campaigns.”

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Ruku, however, argued that these moves are largely symbolic and unlikely to result in meaningful policy change.

According to the Cabinet Secretary, the opposition’s approach undermines the public’s trust in national institutions, suggesting that it risks politicizing independent offices for partisan gain.

“We must protect our institutions from being dragged into political theatre. The country cannot afford such distractions,” Ruku emphasized.

This comes against the backdrop of heightened political activity ahead of upcoming elections, where interactions with independent commissions are often used to bolster party messaging.

While the opposition maintains that its outreach to the IEBC and police is intended to foster dialogue and cooperation, Ruku’s criticism underscores the growing tension between the government and opposition factions over the role of independent institutions in political oversight.

The Cabinet Secretary concluded by urging all political actors to prioritize national interests over partisan ambitions. “Dialogue should not be a tool for political posturing. Let us focus on constructive engagement that benefits the nation,” he said.