In anticipation of Kithure Kindiki’s assumption of the Deputy Presidency, the government has officially gazetted an Assumption of Office Committee tasked with organizing his swearing-in ceremony. Mercy K. Wanjau, Secretary to the Cabinet, has been appointed as the chairperson, heading a diverse team of senior government officials from various departments.
The committee includes prominent figures such as Dorcas A. Oduor, the Attorney-General, and Winfridah Mokaya, the Chief Registrar of the Judiciary, ensuring legal and judicial oversight. Other critical members include:
- Julius K. Bitok (Amb) (Prof) – Principal Secretary, Department for Citizen Services
- Patrick Marins – Principal Secretary for Defence
- Dr. Raymond Omollo – Principal Secretary, Interior
- Chris Kiptoo – PS, National Treasury (Interior)
- Dr. Korie Singoei – Principal Secretary, Foreign Affairs
- Prof. Edward Warwa Kiniang’ani – Principal Secretary, Information & Broadcasting
- Dr. Idris Dokota – Principal Secretary, Cabinet Affairs
- Teresiah Mbaika – Principal Secretary, Devolution
- Umumi Bashir – Principal Secretary, Culture
- General Charles Kahariri – Chief of the Kenya Defence Forces
- Noordin Haji – Director General, National Intelligence Service
- Douglas Kanja – Inspector General, Police Service
- Arthur Osiya – PAS, Executive Office of the President
- Samuel Njoroge – Clerk, National Assembly
- Jeremiah Nyengenye – Clerk of the Senate
- Hassan Omar
- Kahale Tache
- Ms. Bernice Sialal
This committee is expected to oversee all logistical, security, and procedural elements involved in the transfer of office, ensuring a seamless inauguration. Their preparation will ensure that the swearing-in ceremony reflects both the significance of the office and adherence to Kenya’s constitutional requirements.
