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Published on 2024-03-14 14:36:29
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria made headlines on Thursday, March 14, when he was seen alongside former Citizen TV news anchor Jacque Maribe during his inspection tour of vocational training centers in Nakuru County. The sight of the two together sparked a wave of reactions among keen observers in Kenya.
Maribe, who appeared to be accompanying the CS, walked side by side with him, along with other county stakeholders including Nakuru County Deputy Governor David Kones. Despite her presence during the inspection, Kuria remained tight-lipped about Maribe’s rumored new role in his Ministry.
The visit came shortly after Public Service Commission Chairperson Anthony Munchiri dismissed claims of Maribe being appointed as the Head of Communication in Kuria’s ministry. Munchiri clarified in a letter that no such appointment had been made, and the board had not received any request to employ her. He emphasized that any vacancies would be filled through a competitive recruitment process.
The PSC Chairperson referred to Kuria’s previous statements on the matter, where the CS had acknowledged Maribe’s appointment without specifying her role. Rumors of Maribe’s alleged appointment surfaced on March 10, with digital strategist Dennis Itumbi congratulating her and praising Kuria for offering her an opportunity in the Ministry.
The controversy surrounding Maribe’s appointment and the subsequent clarification by the PSC unfolded just a month after she was acquitted in the murder case of businesswoman Monica Kimani. The court had found Maribe not guilty in the high-profile case.
The public scrutiny intensified as photos of Maribe appearing in court in 2021 resurfaced, adding to the speculation surrounding her involvement in Kuria’s Ministry. Despite the swirling rumors and media attention, neither Maribe nor Kuria provided explicit details about her role or position within the Ministry.
The unexpected partnership between a seasoned politician like Kuria and a former media personality like Maribe raised eyebrows and fueled curiosity about the nature of their association. While some praised Kuria for giving Maribe an opportunity, others questioned the transparency and process of her alleged appointment.
As the dust settled on the controversy, both Kuria and Maribe remained relatively silent on the matter, leaving the public to speculate and draw their conclusions about the dynamic between the two individuals. The incident served as a reminder of the scrutiny and intrigue that often accompany the intersection of politics and media personalities in the public eye.
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