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Ruto witnesses swearing-in of 50 CASs amid debate on legitimacy

President William Ruto (left) congratulates newly sworn-in ICT CAS Dennis Itumbi at State House Nairobi. [PCS]

President William Ruto had an easier time than he may have thought when he rewarded his allies with appointments as Chief Administrative Secretaries (CASs).

On Thursday, he oversaw the swearing-in of 50 CASs, adding to the controversy and opposition that has surrounded the process since its initiation.

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