This archive report was first published on 9 October 2019.
Published on October 9, 2019, Senate Speaker Kenneth Lusaka has dismissed reports that he supports Deputy President William Ruto, saying he accompanies Ruto on tours as a high-ranking state official from the region.
Lusaka defended his presence at Ruto's fundraisers in Western Kenya, stating that he receives the Deputy President whenever he visits due to protocol.
“Have you ever heard me, even during those events, say that I will support so and so? Of course, I’m a politician and I’m ambitious. When the time for politics comes, we will make the announcements,” he said in an interview with the Star.
He further emphasized that his presence at Ruto's rallies has not affected his sense of responsibility when executing Senate roles, and that he has not compromised his independence.
“I know there are people pillorying me on television talk shows and gatherings that I’m not independent, that I’m doing DP’s bidding. That’s hogwash,” Lusaka said.
