This archive report was first published on 4 July 2019.
On July 4, 2019, a significant development took place in the Kenyan justice system when former State House Official Dennis Itumbi was arraigned in court.
Itumbi, who works as the State House digital director under the communications department, was charged over a fake letter that claimed a plot to assassinate Deputy President William Ruto.
The letter, which was posted in a WhatsApp group allied to DP Ruto, known as the Tangatanga team, sparked widespread concern and led to Itumbi's arrest on Wednesday at a restaurant near City Hall.
As an ally of Dr. Ruto, Itumbi's actions have raised eyebrows, and his case will likely be closely watched by the public and the media.
