Let Them Remain in Opposition – Senator Calls Out Shortlisted PSs

Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has asked a section of candidates shortlisted for the positions of Principal Secretaries in President William Ruto's government to remain in opposition.

In a tweet on Monday, October 10, the lawmaker said that some of the shortlisted candidates never believed in President Ruto, and they openly insulted him.

Cherargei said that some candidates who supported Azimio-OKA made it to the shortlist, claiming that loyalty should be rewarded first.

He added they should remain in opposition so as not to sabotage the Head of State's administration, which he termed 'God given'.

"On the shortlisted PSs have seen some Azimio-OKA apologists who didn't believe in Ruto Presidency and insulted him, let them remain in opposition not to sabotage our God given govt and no recycling. Loyalty to Ruto must be absolute to serve government and Kenyans," Cherargei stated.

His remarks come after the Public Service Commission shortlisted a total of 477 candidates for the positions of Principal Secretaries. Only 49 PSs jobs are available to be filled.

The interviews for the positions will be carried out on Wednesday, October 12, before the final list is submitted to the President for appointment.

"Selection interviews to fill the advertised positions in the public service will be held from October 12 to 22, 2022 following the conclusion of shortlisting of applicants by the Public Service Commission," read a statement from the PSC.

Some of the notable names shortlisted by PSC were current  Health Cabinet Administrative Secretary Mercy Mwangagi and Ex-Narok Governor Samuel Tunai.

Charles Hinga, Andrew Tuimur, Chris Kiptoo, Jerome Ochieng, Saitoti Torome, Belio Kipsang and Kevit Desai were among current state officers shortlisted by the PSC.

Former Nominated MP Isaac Mwaura, ex-Lang'ata MP Nixon Korir and Daystar University Vice-Chancellor Laban Ayiro were also shortlisted.