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I will not be compromised, Matiang'i says as he eyes the Presidency

By Esther Nyambura | 5mos ago
Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i. Matiang’i says the leadership of the Seventh Day Adventist (SDA) church wants to divide him from his brothers in Luo Nyanza region. [James Omoro]

Former Interior and Education Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i has declared that his bid for the presidency will be guided by integrity and service, not self-interest, vowing that he cannot be compromised.

Speaking on Spice FM on Wednesday, October 29, the former CS said he is not seeking the presidency for personal enrichment but to deliver change to Kenyans.

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