Justin Muturi clears the air on reports of secret talks with Ruto

Former Public Service CS Justin Muturi has refuted claims that he held secret talks with President William Ruto, terming the reports false and mere propaganda intended to mislead the public.

In a statement Monday, October 13, Muturi said he has neither met nor communicated with the Head of State or any of his representatives - in secret - since his exit from the KK administration.

“Fake News! Let it be clear, I have never met, sent, or received any emissaries from President William Ruto or anyone acting on his behalf. This propaganda being circulated is a desperate attempt to push a false narrative and sow division,” he wrote on X.

The former cabinet Secretary went ahead to affirm his political standing, insisting his commitment to the people is firm.

“I stand by my principles and my word; I do not trade my conviction for convenience or political favours. Kenyans deserve honesty, not fabricated headlines from rumour peddlers.”

The denial followed a viral article claiming that Ruto had dispatched government officials offering Muturi financial incentives to consider rejoining the Kenya Kwanza coalition. However, Muturi described the report as false, malicious and intended to tarnish his reputation.

Since his dismissal from Ruto’s Cabinet on March 26, Muturi has been an outspoken critic of the President. He has accused Ruto of corruption and condemned alleged abductions during anti-government protests, including the reported brief detention of his son.

He has remained aligned with opposition figures such as former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, former Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka, People Liberations Party Leader Martha Karua and DAPK leader Eugene Wamalwa, among others and has consistently ruled out reconciliation with Ruto.

“When I see things going wrong, I have to speak up. I have heard people saying I might reconcile with him, but it’s not possible. My job is to make sure he goes home,” he said while speaking at the opening of the National Independent Church of Africa on August 25, 2025.

Meanwhile, President Ruto has continued his outreach to political rivals in pursuit of a “broad-based government.”

Speaking during a church service in Ziwani, Nairobi County, President Ruto said he has held talks with various political leaders as part of his efforts to unite the country and advance a long-term development agenda.

“I have engaged key leaders, including former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, former President Uhuru Kenyatta, and former Senator Gideon Moi, to ensure we take Kenya from a third-world country to a first-world country in our lifetime,” he said.

The President added that he has also met with 80 per cent of Members of Parliament and intends to continue discussions with more leaders across the political spectrum.

“Unity is critical for national development, and I will continue engaging with leaders because when we unite, the favour of God will be upon us,” he said.