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Originally published by Kenyanstop
November 18, 2025
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KU Council Chair Issues Clarification on Resignation Amid Claims of Pressure From Staff
Talks of his resignation come at a time when the university is searching for a new vice-chancellor to replace Paul Wainaina, who is due to retire in January...
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Ben Chumo has clarified his resignation as the chair of the Kenyatta University Council, stating it was due to a "matter of principle" and perceived mistrust from the Ministry of Education, not pressure from the Kenya Universities Staff Union (KUSU).
- Chumo resigned on November 17, 2025, and confirmed it on November 18.
- He stated, “If the ministry has no faith in me, then they should find someone else to run the process.”
- Chumo cited interference from the ministry in the council's recruitment process as the primary reason for his departure, specifically mentioning the vice-chancellor search to replace Prof Paul Wainaina, who retires in January 2026.
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