Treasury Principal Secretary Chris Kiptoo has threatened to sue Nation Media Group over an article linking him to the alleged purchase of spying software ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Nation shared the article in its Tuesday, November 26, newspaper issue titled “Ruto Men Sued Over ‘Classified’ Spying Software”
In the article, which featured Kiptoo’s image, Nation claimed a lady had moved to court over the government’s secret plan to acquire classified technology for propaganda purposes ahead of the elections.
The article further claimed confidential accounts had been opened within the Treasury in which the funds would be allocated to purchase the technology.
However, in a statement, Kiptoo termed the allegation as false and misleading, saying he is unaware of any government plan to purchase the said software
The PS further said no such account exists within the Treasury and has never met the lady who purportedly sued them over the said purchase.
"This is entirely untrue. No such accounts exist, and the operations of the National Treasury are governed by strict legal and regulatory frameworks that ensure transparency and accountability," said Kiptoo.Consequently, he asked the media house to pull down the article and offer an apology for tainting his reputation, lest he would move to court to sue them for defamation.
"It is worth noting that the National Treasury and I have always enjoyed a positive and professional working relationship with the Daily Nation. It is therefore deeply concerning that the newspaper would publish such a misleading article without due diligence. Should the newspaper fail to take corrective action, I reserve the right to pursue all legal remedies available to protect my name," Kiptoo added.
