In an unexpected turn of events, Aloise Kinyanjui, the younger brother of Moses Kuria, has joined millions of Kenyans in celebrating the dissolution of the Cabinet by President William Ruto. The decision, which saw several cabinet secretaries, including Kuria, lose their positions, has been met with mixed reactions across the nation. However, for Kinyanjui, it was a moment of personal vindication and public amusement.
Kinyanjui, who ran unsuccessfully for the Juja MP seat on a Jubilee ticket in the last election, took to social media to express his feelings about the cabinet dissolution. In a humorous Facebook post, he suggested that the dismissed cabinet secretaries, including his brother, should consider joining the affordable housing project as casual laborers. “Wakuje tujenge affordable housing mahali wanatwambiaga kazi ziko,” he wrote, poking fun at the government’s job creation promises.
The celebration by Kinyanjui highlights the strained relationship between the two brothers, who have been on opposite sides of Kenya’s political divide. Moses Kuria has been a staunch supporter of President William Ruto, while Aloise Kinyanjui has aligned himself with the Azimio coalition and supported Raila Odinga in the last election. This political dichotomy has fueled a public rivalry, with Kinyanjui frequently criticizing Ruto’s government on social media, despite his brother’s close ties to the president.
Kinyanjui’s reaction to the cabinet dissolution underscores the broader political tensions within Kenya, as the country grapples with economic challenges and the public’s growing discontent with the government. His post serves as a reminder of the deep-seated political divisions that often extend into personal relationships, reflecting the complex and multifaceted nature of Kenyan politics.
The sibling rivalry between Kuria and Kinyanjui is not just a family matter but a microcosm of the political polarization that characterizes Kenya today. As the nation moves forward, the reactions of public figures like Kinyanjui will continue to shape the political discourse and influence public opinion.
Aloise Kinyanjui’s celebration following the dissolution of the Cabinet is a telling example of how personal and political lines can blur, especially in a politically charged environment like Kenya. His light-hearted jab at the former cabinet secretaries, including his own brother, is a testament to the vibrant and often contentious nature of Kenyan politics.