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HomeDaily NewsTuesday, May 5, 2026Ruto Allies Start Process to Halt Uhuru's Pension and Other Perks - May 2026
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Ruto Allies Start Process to Halt Uhuru's Pension and Other Perks - May 2026

A political ally of President William Ruto, Senator Samson Cherarkey, has initiated a process to review the retirement benefits of former President Uhuru Kenyatta. The Nandi Senator filed a Senate motion seeking to withdraw or reduce Uhuru's retirement benefits, citing his continued involvement in politics. This move has triggered a strong reaction from the Jubilee Party, with former Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i advising the current government to cease using Uhuru as a scapegoat for its shortcomings. The motion claims Uhuru has been engaging in political activities, making him ineligible for full retirement benefits.

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Tuesday 6:00 AMStandard Politics

Going after Uhuru: Ruto allies start process to halt former Presidents' pension and other perks

Going after Uhuru: Ruto allies start process to halt former Presidents' pension and other perks

A political ally of President William Ruto, Senator Samson Cherarkey, has initiated a process to review the retirement benefits of former President Uhuru Kenyatta.

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Key Highlights

A political ally of President William Ruto, Senator Samson Cherarkey, has initiated a process to review the retirement benefits of former President Uhuru Kenyatta.

  • Senator Cherarkey has threatened to withdraw the former Head of State’s retirement benefits.
  • The reason cited is Uhuru Kenyatta's alleged continued involvement in active politics and criticism of the current government.
  • This development suggests a political move targeting the perks of the immediate past president.
Monday 7:23 PMKTN News (Youtube)First

Cherargei awasilisha hoja kusitisha mafao ya Uhuru Seneti

Senator Cherargei has presented a motion in the Senate seeking to halt retirement benefits for former President Uhuru Kenyatta. The motion, officially titled the "Public Service Matters" motion, was filed on Tuesday.

Key Highlights

Senator Cherargei has presented a motion in the Senate seeking to halt retirement benefits for former President Uhuru Kenyatta. The motion, officially titled the "Public Service Matters" motion, was filed on Tuesday.

  • The motion proposes to stop all payments and benefits previously allocated to the former President.
  • Senator Cherargei is the key proponent of this motion.
  • This move comes amidst ongoing discussions regarding public expenditure and benefits for retired state officials.
Monday 7:44 PMCitizen TV (Youtube)

Hoja ya kumvua Uhuru marupurupu yawasilishwa bungeni

Hoja ya kumvua Uhuru marupurupu yawasilishwa bungeni

Hoja ya kumvua Uhuru marupurupu yawasilishwa bungeni

A motion has been presented in the Kenyan Parliament to revoke the retirement benefits of retired President Uhuru Kenyatta. The motion claims he has been engaging in political activities.

Key Highlights

A motion has been presented in the Kenyan Parliament to revoke the retirement benefits of retired President Uhuru Kenyatta. The motion claims he has been engaging in political activities.

  • The motion was filed by Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei.
  • The key person involved is retired President Uhuru Kenyatta.
  • The Jubilee Party has stated that their leader will not be intimidated and will not accept the attempt.
Monday 9:25 PMCitizen TV (Youtube)

Kenya Kwanza push to strip Uhuru Kenyatta of retirement benefits sparks Jubilee backlash

Kenya Kwanza push to strip Uhuru Kenyatta of retirement benefits sparks Jubilee backlash

Kenya Kwanza push to strip Uhuru Kenyatta of retirement benefits sparks Jubilee backlash

A motion proposed by Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei seeks to remove retired President Uhuru Kenyatta's state retirement benefits, citing his continued involvement in politics. This move has triggered a strong reaction from the Jubilee Party.

Key Highlights

A motion proposed by Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei seeks to remove retired President Uhuru Kenyatta's state retirement benefits, citing his continued involvement in politics. This move has triggered a strong reaction from the Jubilee Party.

  • Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei tabled the motion.
  • The motion targets President Uhuru Kenyatta's state benefits and allowances.
  • Jubilee Party has responded with backlash to the proposal.
Monday 9:27 PMKTN News (Youtube)

Senate Move Targets Uhuru’s Retirement Benefits in Explosive Motion

Senate Move Targets Uhuru’s Retirement Benefits in Explosive Motion

Senate Move Targets Uhuru’s Retirement Benefits in Explosive Motion

An explosive Senate motion has been introduced that seeks to scrutinize and potentially alter the retirement benefits allocated to former President Uhuru Kenyatta.

Key Highlights

An explosive Senate motion has been introduced that seeks to scrutinize and potentially alter the retirement benefits allocated to former President Uhuru Kenyatta.

  • The motion targets the substantial retirement package approved for the outgoing President.
  • Key figures involved include members of the Senate and former President Uhuru Kenyatta.
  • The move comes as a significant development following the end of Kenyatta's second term in office.
Tuesday 12:00 AMStandard Politics

Ruto allies start process to halt Uhuru's pension and other perks

Ruto allies start process to halt Uhuru's pension and other perks

A Kenyan senator, Samson Cherarkey, has initiated a process to review the pension and other benefits afforded to retired President Uhuru Kenyatta.

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Key Highlights

A Kenyan senator, Samson Cherarkey, has initiated a process to review the pension and other benefits afforded to retired President Uhuru Kenyatta.

  • The move by Cherarkey, an ally of President William Ruto, threatens to withdraw benefits due to Kenyatta's alleged continued involvement in active politics and criticism of the current government.
  • Samson Cherarkey is the senator for Nandi.
  • The specific benefits targeted include Kenyatta's pension and other retirement perks.
Monday 8:17 PMNation Politics

Going after Uhuru’s perks over 2027 politics

Going after Uhuru’s perks over 2027 politics

A Nandi Senator has filed a Senate motion seeking to withdraw or reduce the retirement benefits of immediate former President Uhuru Kenyatta.

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Key Highlights

A Nandi Senator has filed a Senate motion seeking to withdraw or reduce the retirement benefits of immediate former President Uhuru Kenyatta.

  • The motion follows alleged political involvement by Mr. Kenyatta, which Senator Samson Cherarkey claims contravenes the Presidential Retirement Benefits (Amendment) Act of 2013.
  • Key figures involved include Uhuru Kenyatta, President William Ruto's administration, and Senator Samson Cherarkey.
  • This move revives a protracted dispute over Mr. Kenyatta's benefits, including a previous standoff where over Sh1 billion was withheld.
Monday 9:26 PMKTN News (Youtube)

'Stop Using Uhuru as Scapegoat', Matiang’i Tells Government

'Stop Using Uhuru as Scapegoat', Matiang’i Tells Government

'Stop Using Uhuru as Scapegoat', Matiang’i Tells Government

Former Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i has strongly advised the current government to cease using former President Uhuru Kenyatta as a scapegoat for its shortcomings.

Key Highlights

Former Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i has strongly advised the current government to cease using former President Uhuru Kenyatta as a scapegoat for its shortcomings.

  • Matiang’i urged the administration to take responsibility for its actions rather than blaming the previous regime.
  • Key individuals involved include former CS Fred Matiang’i and the current government.
  • The statement implies a critique of the current government's performance and its tendency to deflect blame.
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