Ruto, Cabinet Secretaries Announce Fresh Appointments to State Boards and University Councils
President William Ruto and several Cabinet Secretaries have announced a series of appointments and reappointments to key state boards, committees, and university councils. These changes, detailed in various gazette notices primarily dated January 30, 2026, aim to strengthen governance and oversight in critical public institutions.
Presidential Reappointments to State Corporations Advisory Committee
President William Ruto has reappointed four individuals to serve as members of the State Corporations Advisory Committee, a vital body that advises on the management and performance of state-owned enterprises.
The reappointed members are:
- Ahmed Abdi Rashid
- Mary Murangi Mugo
- Claire Sifuna Wanyama
- Caroline Cherono Kilisha
Each will serve a fresh three-year term, effective from February 4, 2026.
Interior Ministry Bolsters NACADA Board
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has appointed Benjamin Kiprono Kuttoh as a member of the Board of the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA).
Kuttoh’s appointment is for three years and took effect on January 30, 2026, reinforcing efforts to combat substance abuse nationwide.
Defence Sector Appoints Military Veterans Advisory Committee
Defence Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya has constituted a new Advisory Committee on Military Veterans by appointing the following members for a one-year term effective April 2, 2026:
- Isaac Njoroge
- Hosea Abinya
- Esther Wambui
- Nelson Wekulo
- Ashford Miriti
- Joseph Kithome
- Rebecca Morogo
- Rehema Athman
This committee will provide guidance on matters affecting retired military personnel.
Treasury Strengthens Financial Oversight Bodies
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has made key reappointments and a new appointment in the financial sector.
He reappointed Anne Rimbaine Lengerded and Joseph Kipkemboi Ngetich as members of the Board of Directors of the Kenya Deposit Insurance Corporation (KDIC) for another three-year term, effective January 30, 2026.
Additionally, Mbadi appointed James Agembe Akali to the Board of Directors of the Nairobi International Financial Centre Authority for three years.
Co-operatives Ministry Appoints to Financial Inclusion Fund
Co-operatives and MSMEs Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya appointed George Kingori Gathogo as a member of the Board of the Financial Inclusion Fund for a three-year period.
Education Sector Reshuffles University and Polytechnic Councils
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has overseen multiple appointments across higher education institutions.
- Kenneth Maena was appointed to the Council of Tom Mboya University for three years.
- Joseph Tuikong Rotich was appointed to the Council of Koitalel Samoei University College for three years.
- Ronald Leposo Musengi, Jacob Wangai Gitau, and Joseph Omanya Nyotumba were appointed to the Council of Eldoret National Polytechnic for three years.
- Allan Mugambu Michael was appointed to the Council of Murang’a University of Technology.
- Joseph Tuikong was appointed to the Council of the Open University of Kenya.
In a related move, Ogamba revoked the appointments of Stella Oyiego and Hamadi Musa Garashi as members of the Machakos University council.
Health Ministry Appoints to Public Health Institute Board
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale appointed Patrisio Njiru Njeru as a member of the Board of Directors of the Kenya National Public Health Institute for a three-year term.
These appointments reflect the government’s ongoing efforts to refresh leadership in strategic public bodies, ensuring continued efficiency and accountability in service delivery across various sectors.
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Ruto, Cabinet Secretaries Announce Fresh Appointments to State Boards and University Councils