This archive report was first published on 9 July 2019.
July 9, 2019
Gatundu MP Moses Kuria has been making waves in the political scene, having seemingly fallen out of the Tangatanga squad. His focus has now shifted to the Kiambu gubernatorial seat, a move that has sparked controversy and raised eyebrows among local leaders.
During the launching ceremony of a popular Kikuyu radio/TV family affairs counselor Anne Muratha's Boy Child project at Ruiru stadium, Kuria hosted leaders, including Nairobi governor Mike Sonko, MPs Simon Kingara (Ruiru), Simon Mbugua (Eala), Kanini Kega (Kieni), Nyeri speaker John Kaguchia, and MCAs led by host Elijah Njoroge.
However, what raised eyebrows was the guest list, with former Mungiki leader Maina Njenga seated at the front row next to the Biashara ward 'host' Elija Njoroge. Kuria's tweet about the event made no mention of Njenga's presence.
According to sources, Kiambu governor Ferdinard Waititu had been reluctant to issue a permit for the ceremony to be held at Ruiru stadium, aware of Kuria's intention of running for the Kiambu gubernatorial seat in 2022.
Waititu's reluctance may be due to the fact that several other leaders, including former Kiambu governor William Kabogo, Senator Kimani Wamatangi, and Kiambu deputy governor James Nyoro, are also eyeing the seat.
