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Originally published by Standard Politicspolitics
August 24, 2025
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Maraga: Ruto's anti-graft taskforce is cosmetic and deceptive

Former CJ David Maraga has dismissed President William Ruto’s formation of an anti-corruption task force as a mere sugarcoating strategy meant to hoodwink Kenyans...
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Former Chief Justice David Maraga has criticized President William Ruto’s anti-corruption task force, calling it a "cosmetic" and "deceptive" public relations exercise. Maraga asserted that existing institutions are sufficient to combat corruption if properly supported, rather than creating duplicated roles.
- David Maraga dismissed the task force as a "duplication of roles" and a "PR exercise" during an interview on KTN News.
- He emphasized that established institutions like the EACC, CID, and DPP are constitutionally mandated to fight corruption.
- Maraga also urged President Ruto to reveal the source of his allegations regarding Members of Parliament demanding money from the executive.
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