Former Attorney General Justin Muturi Stories

Muturi: Anchoring NG-CDF, oversight funds in Constitution undermines separation of powers
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 09, 2025

According to Muturi, anchoring the NG-CDF, Senate Oversight Fund and NGAAF in the Constitution will compromise the principle of separation of powers a...

Muturi warns Kenya sliding into authoritarianism over rising abductions by security agencies
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jul 02, 2025

Muturi raised concerns that security agencies, especially the DCI, have abandoned legal procedures and are instead relying on fear and brute force.

Why Opposition’s parallel tribunal aimed at tackling State injustice is within legal bounds -expert
Barack Oduor  |  Jul 01, 2025

A section of Kenya’s opposition leaders recently launched the People’s Restorative Justice Commission (PRJC) in response to what they describe as a gr...

Muturi pledges truth and healing as he takes oath as people's justice commission chair
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 24, 2025

Muturi took the oath of office on Tuesday at Ufungamano House in Nairobi, joining Makueni Senator Dan Maanzo, PLP Secretary-General Asha Bashir, and a...

Muturi reinstated as Democratic Party leader amidst Ruto fallout
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 11, 2025

The party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) announced the decision on Tuesday, resolving unanimously to reinstate Muturi to the helm of the party w...

Linturi quits UDA, says he won’t be part of a party that embraces corruption, murder
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 15, 2025

Linturi accused the ruling party of straying from its founding ideals and engaging in abductions, corruption, excessive taxation and murder.

Muturi resigned as AG and wasn't sacked, Govt official tells court
Carolyne Kubwa  |  May 14, 2025

The revelation was made during a hearing of a petition filed by seven citizens led by Nakuru-based physician Dr. Magare Gikenyi, who are challenging t...

Justin Muturi accuses Police IG of contempt for ignoring court order to reinstate his security
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 01, 2025

The security was reportedly withdrawn shortly after President William Ruto removed him from the Cabinet, exposing Muturi to personal danger and prompt...

Political turncoats: Why Kenyan politicians only reveal the "truth" when out of power
Barack Oduor  |  Apr 28, 2025

Political analyst Kazungu Katana says that politicians must not be believed even if what they are revealing is true, because they are doing it for the...

Murkomen: Gachagua and Muturi not under investigation over secrets Act breach
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 26, 2025

Murkomen explained that enforcement of compliance to the Act is apolitical and does not target any individual, dismissing claims that Gachagua and Mut...

Renewed hope for stalled reforms in Public Service docket after latest leadership changes
Barack Oduor  |  Apr 22, 2025

Dr. Imbunya stressed the value of partnership and open dialogue in achieving effective service delivery.

Watch: MPs vet Public Service CS nominee Geoffrey Ruku
Mercy Asamba  |  Apr 14, 2025

The vetting process is being handled by the National Assembly Committee on Appointments. The committee will later table its report before the National...

High Court directs IG Kanja to restore former CS Justin Muturi’s security detail
Joseph Ndunda  |  Apr 11, 2025

The judge warned Kanja and others that any disobedience or non-observance of the court order will result in penal consequences to him or any other per...

Duale to former CS Justin Muturi: There’s nothing wrong with me being close to seat of power
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 10, 2025

Despite their differing political views, CS Duale expressed a willingness to discuss the issue with Muturi.

Interior CS Murkomen dismisses political motive in Muturi’s security withdrawal claims
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 08, 2025

Murkomen stated that the Interior Ministry does not make decisions based on politics.

Ex-CS Justin Muturi alleges state withdrew his security as form of intimidation
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 08, 2025

Muturi, dismissed by President William Ruto on March 26, revealed on Tuesday that his security was removed on Monday night.

Legislators demand probe into Muturi’s corruption claims against President Ruto
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 07, 2025

Manyatta MP Gitonga Mukunji urged the National Assembly to immediately summon Muturi to provide more details and allow for a proper inquiry.

ODM leaders urge Muturi to present corruption evidence against Ruto to authorities
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Apr 06, 2025

The ODM leaders emphasised that anyone with evidence of corruption or misconduct against public figures should not use it as a political tool but shou...

Ex-CS Justin Muturi claims Ruto controls Cabinet with an iron fist, stifling dissent
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 04, 2025

Muturi claimed that after his sacking, many Cabinet Secretaries are too afraid to associate with him, speak freely, or even answer his calls, fearing...

Justin Muturi: Why I remained in Ruto's Cabinet despite my son's abduction
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 04, 2025

Recently, Muturi vowed to keep speaking out against abductions and extrajudicial killings despite his dismissal from President Ruto's Cabinet.

Former CS Justin Muturi accuses President Ruto of corruption and unfitness to lead Kenya
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 04, 2025

Muturi has now described Ruto as a man with two contrasting personalities: one which he presents to the public and another which he reveals behind clo...

I won’t be silenced, Ruto dialed the wrong number- Muturi
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 02, 2025

Muturi asserted that his outspokenness on forced disappearances and unlawful killings led to his dismissal. "If their goal was to silence me, then the...

Muturi hands over Public Service docket amid transition
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Apr 01, 2025

Mudavadi assured that the transition would be smooth, reinforcing the government’s commitment to efficient governance and accountability.

Ruto: Muturi dismissed himself by skipping Cabinet meetings
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 31, 2025

Despite the concerns, the president said he persuaded him to take up the position. However, he later realised that the role was taking a toll on him.

AG Dorcas Oduor appoints selection panel to appoint Waqf Commission members
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 29, 2025

The panel includes Jawahir Keinan Hassan, Al-Hajji Hassan Kirua ole Naado, Sheikh Ibrahim Lethome Asmani, Sheikh Abdala Ibrahim Ateka, and Sumayya Has...

Loyalty or competence? The bane of Ruto’s cabinet appointees
Barack Oduor  |  Mar 27, 2025

Muturi has been a sore thumb in Ruto’s government, criticizing his boss and displaying defiance without a blink.

Ruto sacks Justin Muturi as CS, nominates MP Ruku to replace him
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 26, 2025

Mutur has served in the ministry since September 2024.

CS Muturi fires back at Ruto over Waqf Act operationalization
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 26, 2025

The former Attorney General noted that he had taken further steps, including running an advertisement inviting suitable candidates to apply for positi...

Ruto slams CS Muturi as "fairly incompetent" during his tenure as Attorney General
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 26, 2025

“I had a problem with the AG who was there before, he was fairly incompetent. But now, I have a very competent lady in the position, and I can assure...

CS Muturi proposes radical changes to root out ghost workers from public service
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 24, 2025

It proposes that the Public Service ministry take charge of an information system designed to eliminate ghost workers and streamline the payroll.

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