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HomeDaily NewsTuesday, May 5, 2026Senator Cherarkey Moves to Revoke Uhuru's Retirement Benefits - May 2026
Kenya Politics & Government5 stories from 3 sources

Senator Cherarkey Moves to Revoke Uhuru's Retirement Benefits - May 2026

Nandi Senator Samson Cherarkey has initiated a process to review and potentially remove retired President Uhuru Kenyatta's state retirement benefits, citing his continued involvement in political activities. The motion has triggered a strong reaction from the Jubilee Party, with former Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i advising the current government to stop using Uhuru as a scapegoat for its shortcomings. Separately, a Senate motion has been introduced to scrutinize and alter the retirement benefits allocated to former President Uhuru Kenyatta, with a parallel motion presented in the Kenyan Parliament to revoke these benefits.

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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 7:44 PMCitizen TV (Youtube)First

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.
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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