Why Kirwa’s return could muddy the waters for Deputy President William Ruto

Amani National Congress (ANC) leader Musalia Mudavadi with former Cabinet minister Kipruto Kirwa in Nairobi last week. He has been named Mudavadi’s deputy. [PHOTO: DAVID NJAAGA/STANDARD]

Last week’s decision by former Cabinet minister Kipruto Kirwa to join the Musalia Mudavadi-led Amani National Congress (ANC) is causing ripples in the Rift Valley.

Political observers say his appointment as ANC deputy party leader may significantly trim Deputy President William Ruto’s influence as the vote-rich region’s political kingpin.