A section of Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leaders have come out strongly against former Public Service and Human Capital Development Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi, challenging him to present evidence of alleged government corruption to investigative authorities.
Speaking during the Governor’s Eid Baraza in Mombasa, ODM Deputy Party Leader and Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir criticized Muturi’s recent claims accusing the Kenya Kwanza administration of mismanaging public funds.
Nassir termed the remarks “shameful and ironic,” pointing out that Muturi had previously defended the same administration when he served as a Cabinet Secretary.“If he truly has evidence, let him take it to the DCI and EACC. You cannot praise a government while in office and cry foul only after being removed,” said Nassir.
Muturi, who also served as Speaker of the National Assembly and chaired the Parliamentary Service Commission, has come under fire from ODM lawmakers who accuse him of seeking political relevance after his Cabinet exit.
National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohammed dismissed Muturi’s allegations as “baseless,” questioning his integrity and calling for transparency over the controversial Bunge Tower project. Junet demanded answers on how the project’s budget ballooned from KSh6 billion to KSh27 billion under Muturi’s watch.
ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna echoed similar sentiments, urging Muturi to submit any evidence of corruption to the relevant oversight agencies to support the fight against graft.
Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho also joined in, stating that accountability must be pursued through the proper channels, not through political statements.
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, emphasized the need for Parliament to uphold the Constitution, particularly in ensuring timely disbursement of funds to county governments.
He also called on the government to prioritize the fight against corruption and improve healthcare services.“We are not in dialogue with the government to betray Kenyans. We want a government that serves the people, not one that enriches a few,” Odinga said.
The exchange highlights the growing political tensions surrounding the Kenya Kwanza administration’s handling of public funds and underscores the shifting alliances and scrutiny facing former government officials.
