Ruto Weighs in on Raphael Tuju Saga as Former CS is Rushed to Hospital
Ruto's comments came just minutes after Tuju was rushed to Karen Hospital for medical attention, sparking renewed concerns over the unfolding saga...
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President William Ruto has accused the opposition of exploiting the recent troubles of former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju for political gain, urging them to show restraint.
- President Ruto alleges the opposition misled Tuju into pretending to be abducted.
- Key figures involved include President William Ruto, former CS Raphael Tuju, opposition leaders Rigathi Gachagua and Kalonzo Musyoka, and former President Uhuru Kenyatta.
- Raphael Tuju was recently arrested by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) for allegedly faking his abduction.
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DCI Accuses Tuju of Staging Own Abduction After Reappearing - March 2026
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations has accused former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju of staging his own abduction after he reappeared two days after initially being reported missing, supported by mobile tracking and forensic evidence. Former Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka stated Tuju's life was in danger at Karen Police Station following a severe medical emergency. President William Ruto has accused the opposition of exploiting Tuju's troubles for political gain, urging them to show restraint. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has called for severe judicial sanctions against politicians who allegedly stage their own abductions, warning of consequences for national stability. Lawyer Maanzo has stated that Tuju cannot orchestrate his own abduction, urging the DCI to treat the matter with seriousness.
