Oparanya dismisses speculation over DP position
Cooperatives CS Wycliffe Oparanya dismisses claims of talks over the Deputy President position, says his focus is helping President Ruto secure re-election...
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Cooperatives and MSMEs Development Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya has publicly refuted ongoing speculation that he is being considered for the Deputy President position.
- Wycliffe Oparanya stated he has never expressed interest in the role and that it is currently occupied by someone he respects.
- The speculation gained traction following remarks by ODM Secretary General Catherine Omanyo and Suna East MP Junet Mohamed, who endorsed Oparanya for the position.
- Oparanya emphasized that these discussions are informal and have not been officially discussed within the government or coalition partners, with his current focus being on serving in Cabinet and supporting President William Ruto's re-election.
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