Matiang’i appeared before the National Assembly Committee on Administration and National Security, on Tuesday, April 5.
Two issues discussed during the session were the rampant insecurity in Samburu, Baringo and Laikipia Counties and the controversial land linked to the DP.
The CS was asked to address reports alleging that Ruto owns the ADC Laikipia Mutara Ranch, which Matiang’i had earlier claimed was protected by the government.
Nominated MP David Sankok demanded that CS Matiang’i gives an in-depth explanation of the intrigues and controversies around the reports.
He also pushed for the CS to clarify the deployment of security to properties owned by the DP in the aforementioned counties which are grappling with insecurity.
According to Sankok, Matiang’i should table the evidence on the properties owned by the DP, especially in Laikipia due to the nature of protection the State allegedly accords them.
The lawmaker, an ally of the DP, further accused the CS of sharing inaccurate information before the Parliamentary committee.
In his response, Matiang’i requested a fortnight to liaise with other Ministries prior to furnishing the MPs with the requisite information.
“It is taking time because I have to access information from other departments outside my jurisdiction. But we are one government, so in two weeks I will try and get you your answer,” Dr Matiang’i stated.
In September 2021, DP Ruto refuted owning land in the contested region and challenged the Interior CS to share out the 15,000 acres of land, if the parcel truly existed.
The DP added that he was willing to give up the land since the dossier read before the National Security and Administration Committee claimed he owned the property.
He argued that he had also issued express authority to have the ranch, reportedly protected by six police officers, be given to Laikipia residents for grazing.
Ruto was seemingly trolling the CS as there was insufficient evidence to link him with the land.
Source: KENYAGIST.COM
