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Originally published by Kenyanstop
January 6, 2026
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Matiang'i Defends Uhuru Amid Azimio Agents Scandal
Matiang'i says that the ODM brigade is focusing on petty things like the agent payment instead of holding the government accountable..
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Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i has defended former President Uhuru Kenyatta regarding the controversy surrounding the payment of Azimio election agents in 2022. Matiang'i urged ODM politicians to prioritize more significant issues over the agent payment debate, claiming those raising the issue are attempting to tarnish Kenyatta's reputation.
- Matiang'i described the focus on agent payments as "petty things," urging critics to address the person who hired the agents.
- Jubilee Secretary General Jeremiah Kioni supported Matiang'i's defense, stating Uhuru was focused on fundraising and not directly managing agents.
- Kioni blamed ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna for alleged mismanagement of campaign resources, stating, "If he (the SG) had managed the resources well, Raila would be in State House alive."
- The controversy began when ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna accused National Assembly Minority Whip Junet Mohamed of misusing funds meant for agent payments.
- Junet Mohamed subsequently shifted the blame to former President Uhuru Kenyatta and his close allies.
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