President Ruto's Message To Renson Mulele After Being Sworn In As DPP

Renson Ingonga Mulele on Monday, September 25 took the oath of office as the new Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) at State House Nairobi.

Speaking during the event President William Ruto urged Mulele to uphold the rule of law in his new role and not to be used to settle political scores.

“As a seasoned prosecutor, you are aware in the past that some anti-graft actions were concocted to settle scores that had nothing to do with fighting corruption.

“Kenyans hope and I hope that under your tenure the war on corruption will not be used to settle political scores, to target persons or their beliefs, or to pressure persons to abandon their rights and principles,” said Ruto.

The Head of State also told Mulele to be ready to face criticism as he takes his new mandate.

“You will face criticism Mr. Mulele, you will hear calls for greater accountability and transparency in your office’s decision-making. This is part and parcel of public service and state office. I trust that you will understand that in our vibrant democracy, Kenyans demand and deserve to receive a higher standard of service from those they have entrusted with high office, starting with me and including you,” Ruto added.

The President further assured Ingonga that he will have the full support of the government and the entire criminal justice system.

Mulele will take over from Noordin Haji who was appointed to be the Director General of the National Intelligence Service (NIS).

Before being appointed as DPP, Mulele served as the head of the ODPP's North Eastern region office.