Defence CS Soipan Tuya has denied reports that former Prime Minister Raila Odinga saved President William Ruto from a military coup.
Responding to reports that appeared in local dailies over the weekend, the Ministry of Defence, through a statement termed the reports false and baseless.
The Ministry stated that KDF was a professional body which was committed to upholding the Constitution of Kenya.
CS Soipan responds to reports of Raila saving Ruto from military coup. Photo: Courtesy.
The Ministry continued to reiterate that the military had unwavering loyalty to President Ruto who is the Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces.
“The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) is a professional and apolitical institution committed to the highest standards of integrity, discipline, and service to the nation. KDF remains unwavering in its loyalty to the Commander-in-Chief and its duty to safeguard the security and well-being of Kenya and her people, free from political influence or sectarian interests,” read the statement in part.
The Ministry further urged the media to uphold ethical journalism by ensuring accuracy, fairness, and responsibility in reporting.
The media reports had referenced statements made by Raila during an interview.
It had been claimed that the country was heading to military rule after the Gen Z protests.
