President William Ruto, on Wednesday, March 26, announced a new round of changes within his administration, nominating various leaders to new Cabinet positions.

In the latest changes, the Head of State replaced Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi with Geoffrey Ruku, while Hanna Wendot was nominated to the Ministry of Gender and Culture.

Meanwhile, former Environment Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale was transferred to the Health Ministry, while Deborah Barasa, who previously headed the health docket, was transferred to the Ministry of Environment.

"His Excellency the president has today instituted further changes to the senior ranks of the executives within Cabinet. By the Presidential action, the Cabinet is set to achieve its constitutional full strength," read part of a statement shared by State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed. 

According to Hussein Mohamed, the changes are aimed at bolstering the Cabinet's capacity to continue to steer Kenya's socioeconomic transformation. 

Following the announcement, Hanna Webot and Geoffrey Ruku will undergo parliamentary scrutiny. If approved, their names will be forwarded to the Head of State for appointment.

"The nominees are expected to bring to Cabinet not only the knowledge and experience acquired throughout their illustrious careers but, above all, their wisdom accumulated from their inspiring and diverse life journeys," read part of Ruto's statement.

Before he was nominated to the CS slot, Ruku was a member of Parliament representing Mbeere North. He replaces Muturi, who, before his dismissal, held the position for eight months since August last year.

Muturi, who previously served in different capacities within President William Ruto's administration, has been a great critic of the government, accusing it of allegedly orchestrating the abduction of youthful Kenyans.

While addressing the press recently, the immediate former CS dismissed speculations of resigning from his position, adding that he was focused on ensuring accountability within the government.

Meanwhile, his dismissal comes just a day after President Ruto criticised him over what the Head of State termed as incompetence by the former Attorney General.

Speaking on Tuesday, March 25, during an Iftar session with the Muslim community at State House in Nairobi, Ruto said Muturi was unskilled in handling legal matters.

Ruto accused Muturi of allegedly delaying the establishment of Waqf, a charitable endowment where Muslims dedicate properties for religious and public benefit.

“As we move forward, we will continue to look at the issues that have been raised here, issues of education, and find a nexus between religious and formal education to determine what needs to be done,” Ruto said.

“On Waqf, I agree with you; it has taken too long. There is no reason for the delay, and I had a problem with the AG who was there. He was fairly incompetent, but now I have a very competent lady, and I can assure you the issues of Waqf will be sorted out,” he added.