Purity Ngirici insists she quit Kenya Seed board
The timing of this exit is closely linked to Ngirici’s political ambitions in Kirinyaga County...
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Conflicting accounts surround the departure of Purity Ngirici from the Kenya Seed Company. While a letter allegedly from National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi instructs her removal as director and chairperson, Ngirici insists her resignation was voluntary.
- A letter reportedly signed by CS John Mbadi on April 30 advised the processing of Ms. Ngirici's removal.
- The key individuals involved are Purity Ngirici, former chairperson, and CS John Mbadi.
- Ms. Ngirici claims she submitted her resignation on April 27, stating her focus is now on her gubernatorial ambitions for the Kirinyaga seat.
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