THE PRESIDENT'S DIGEST DAILY Edition 60

TKhsehPr1e0s.id0e0ndt’asiDlyigoesntliDnaeilye,dition Where PicStuundraeys, ATparlilk30T,h2o02u3sands Of WWordhesre Pictures TalkNoT.h39o4usSaUnNdDs AOYf, WAPoRrIdLs30, 2023 1 The His Excellency’s Signature Since 2013 Speculations ran rife all the was one of the persons over that the Commander who visited the National Tally- in Chief of the Defense ing Centre for Presidential Elec- Forces of the Republic of Kenya tion. Dr William Ruto, who doubles as the President of the Republic and President Ruto has how- the Head of State would never ever maintained one conviction promote Lieutenant-General upon himself; that so many pub- Francis Ogolla leave alone lic servants were forced to do making him the Chief of the De- uncouth things by the previous fense Forces following the inci- regime and which they must not dent of Bomas of Kenya where be punished for. STORY PAGE 2 President William Ruto, the C-I-C of the Defense Forces poses for a photo with the new Chief of the Defense Forces Gen Francis Ogolla Govt to appoint Judicial Commission of Inquiry on religious hooliganism President William Ruto has an- to conduct the commission of in- nounced that the Government quiry without those who failed in will this week establish a Judi- their duties to know that it was cial Commission of Inquiry into happening. what exactly happened at Shakahola where over 100 peo- The President announced ple died and secretly buried that all culprits and their collabo- from some churches one led by rators will be dealt with according pastor Paul Mackenzie and an- with the law and crime punished other one by pastor Ezekiel accordingly. Odero of New Life Prayer Cen- ter. “ No one will be allowed to hurt others or kill and take ad- Following the unearthing vantage of innocent people in the of the shameful incident, the name of religion in Kenya. Reli- President told a prayer service gious hooliganism will not be tol- at Makutano in West Pokot that erated and government will weed all public servants who were in out all those wrecking religion for Kilifi have been removed so as their own personal greed,’ said an agitated. President. PAGE 8

2 The President’s Digest Daily, Sunday, April 30, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words FROM PAGE 1 General Francis Ogolla taking his oath of office as the Chief of the Defence Forces of the Kenya Defence Forces at State House, Nairobi. Other than that resolve that no one would be punished in his re- gime for what they did under Ju- bilee government, the President also implored upon his lieuten- ants that after all, he was a Chris- tian and one of the virtues of be- ing a committed Christian is to forgive those who wrong you. Number two, the President is the Father Figure of the Nation and all Kenyans are deemed his sons and daughters. That is why the President got quite a number of the public servants who were sacked from the previous government and took them back to their jobs. As for General Ogolla, the President personally decorated him with the insignia of a Full General before pronouncing him as the Chief of the Defense Forc- es of the Republic of Kenya. Many Kenyans including the Military personnel waited in unabated breath to see what eventually happens to the second in command in their ranks follow- ing the incident of August last year at Bomas. General Ogolla was and still is a quite personality and whenever he was in the company of other senior military personnel waiting for the President people fixed their eyes on the body lan- guages between him and the President. And in many occasions, both Gen Ogolla and the Presi- dent would exchange broad smiles and glances that showed no ill feelings from either of them. It was a big sigh of relieve when Kenyans witnessed the swearing of the General at State House and many Kenyans talked of the gentleman the President Ruto has shown since he be- came President in relation to those who opposed him. Both are now heads of the Military units.

The President’s Digest Daily, Sunday, April 30, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words 3 President William Ruto, the Commander-in-chief of the Defense Forces of the Republic of President William Ruto has urged the leadership Kenya with his Chief of Staff General Francis Ogolla at the latter’s swearing in ceremony. of the Kenya Defense Forces (KDF) to uphold the integrity of the military. He asked the newly-appointed team to uphold the Constitution and serve Kenyans without bias. “Kenya has a tradition of a diligent, professional and outstanding military.” President Ruto said he will call upon the armed forces to support other agencies to advance the country’s transformation agenda. He made the remarks on Saturday during the swearing-in of General Francis Ogolla as the Chief of the Defence Forces of the Kenya Defence Forces at State House, Nairobi. The President exuded confidence in General Ogolla as he takes over from General Robert Kibochi following his retirement. “I am confident that you [General Ogolla] merit the Office,” he said. Lieutenant General Jonah Mwangi was also sworn in as the Vice Chief of the Defence Forces. Prior to his promotion and appointment, Lieutenant General Mwangi was the Vice Chancellor of the National Defence University – Kenya. The President also appointed Major General Abdulkadir Mohammed Burje (Director Military Intelligence (DMI), Major General David Kipkemboi Keter (Assistant Chief of the Defence Forces Personnel and Logistics (ACDF P&L), Major General David Kimaiyo Tarus (Deputy Commander Kenya Army), Major General Jeff Mungai Nyagah (General Officer Western Command (GOC WESTCOM), and Major General William Karisa Shume (General Officer Border Security Command (GOC BSC)). Others were Major General Alphaxard Muthuri Kiugu (Force Commander East Africa Community Regional Force FC EACRF -DRC), Major General Said Mohamed Farah (Vice Chancellor National Defence University- Kenya), Major General Paul Owuor Otieno (Managing Director Kenya Shipyards Limited), Major General Stephen James Mutuku (Senior Directing Staff (Army) National Defence College), Major General Eric Mbugua Kinuthia (Senior Directing Staff Air, National Defence College), and Major General John Maison Nkoimo (Commandant Joint Command Staff College (JCSC)). Also appointed were Brigadier Yahya Abdi (Deputy Commander Kenya Navy), Brigadier Alfred Mwihuri Gitonga (Director National Military Coordination Centre), and Brigadier Anthony Rotich (Commander Military Intelligence Corps). Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, Cabinet Secretaries Aden Duale (Defence) and Kindiki Kithure (Interior) were present. Kenya’s Military officers are widely respected within the African disciplined forces for their integrity and professionalism and commitment to duty whenever they are serving, both within the continent and when posted abroad.

4 The President’s Digest Daily, Sunday, April 30, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words President William Ruto and retired General Kariuki Kibochi decorating the new General Ogolla with the highest Military insignia President William Ruto poses for a photo shot with the new Gen Ogolla with his deputy Lieutenant General Jonah Mwangi and Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua

The President’s Digest Daily, Sunday, April 30, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words 5 General Francis Ogolla's biography: Family, education & US fighter jet training Kenya's newest highest ranking military officer General Francis Ogolla has enjoyed a decorated career including being an fighter jet pilot GENERAL FRANCIS OMONDI OGOLLA MGH EBS HSC ‘ndc’ (K) ‘psc’ (FRA) University, a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, Armed Conflict, BY DENIS MWANGI CDF, was from the Army and ranks, earning various and Peace Studies (First Class succeeded General Mwathethe promotions and taking on Honors), and a Masters of Arts in President William Ruto on from the Navy. increasingly challenging International Studies from the Friday, April 28 promoted assignments. University of Nairobi. Lieutenant General This rotation system Francis Omondi Ogolla to a full allows for a fair and balanced He trained as a fighter He also attended the general and appointed him approach to leadership within pilot and an instructor pilot with École Militaire de Paris and the the new Chief of Defence Forces. the Kenyan military. the United States Air Force, and National Defence College of also received training in other Kenya. General Ogolla will also General Francis Ogolla's areas, such as imagery serve as the principal military fighter jet training intelligence, counter-terrorism, He rose through ranks to adviser to the President and and accident investigation. become a Major General and Cabinet. General Francis Omondi Ogolla appointed the Commander is a highly accomplished and His dedication to Kenya Air Force on 15 July 2018 The Tonje Rules, which respected senior officer in the continuous learning and a post he has served for three were implemented by former Kenya Defence Forces. professional development has years. Previously he has held Chief of Staff General Daudi been a hallmark of his various appointments in Training, Tonje, established a rotation He joined the military on distinguished career. Command and Staff including system that ensures equal April 24, 1984, and was Deputy Commander Kenya Air opportunities for the three commissioned as a 2nd General Francis Ogolla's Force, Base Commander Laikipia branches of the Kenya Defence Lieutenant on May 6, 1985. education Air Base, Commanding Officer of Forces: Army, Navy, and Air Tactical Fighter Wing, Chief Force to lead the military. He was posted to the In terms of education, Gen Flying Instructor at Kenya Air Kenya Air Force and began his Ogolla has a diverse academic Force Flying Training School and Therefore, the President military career as a fighter pilot. background. Operations Desk Officer at Kenya was obligated to select the next Air Force Headquarters. CDF from the Kenya Air Force, Over the years, Gen He holds a Diploma in as General Kibochi, the outgoing Ogolla has risen through the International Studies and He also served in the Military Science from Egerton former Yugoslavia as an Observer and Military Information Officer from 1992 to 1993, as chairman of Military Christian Fellowship from 1994 to 2004 and co-Chair of Association of African Air Chiefs between 2018- 2019. On July 23, 2021, he was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant General and appointed as the Vice Chief of the Defence Forces. This is a testament to his unwavering commitment to duty, outstanding performance, and his ability to inspire and lead others. Gen Ogolla's military career spans almost four decades, during which he has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to duty, professionalism, and personal development. He is widely respected by his peers and subordinates for his exceptional leadership and tactical acumen. His many achievements and accolades serve as an inspiration to aspiring military personnel and a testament to the importance of continuous learning and self-improvement. In his personal life, he is a golfer and enjoys reading. He is married to Aileen and has two children and a grand child.

6 The President’s Digest Daily, Sunday, April 30, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words President William Ruto has President William Ruto with MO Ibrahim at when he and his team called on the President at S/Hse. appealed to the international community to take bold steps to system to make it more just. institutions needed to support Present were Mo Ibrahim, the mitigate the effects of climate “The reform will liberate the global transition to clean, Founder and Chair of the Mo change. green, African industrialisation.” Ibrahim Foundation, Amina J. Africa and provide the fiscal Mohammed, Deputy Secretary- He said it was unfair for space necessary to invest in President Ruto said General of the United Nations, developed countries to continue the infrastructures and Africa has the potential of being Moussa Faki Mahamat, powering their industries using a global industrial powerhouse Chairperson of the African Union highly polluting and emissions- as it has the most green energy Commission, Nigeria Vice generating fossil fuel in the world. President H.E. Yemi Osinbajo technologies. and former Liberia President “The global energy and Ellen Sirleaf among other The President noted that industrial transition is inevitable, dignitaries. climate change — as a result of and it will find Africa ready and pollution — has affected Africa waiting,” he said. the most despite being the least contributor of global pollution. “It is now imperative for the international community to urgently undertake resolute climate action programmes to reverse climate change,” he said. He made the remarks on Friday night during the Mo Ibrahim African Leadership Ceremony held at Kenyatta International Convention Centre in Nairobi. The event celebrated the 2021 Ibrahim Laureate President Mahamadou Issoufou, former President of Niger. The President asked African leaders to speak boldly on issues affecting the continent, especially on unfair treatment by international institutions. He said the leaders must push for radical reform of multilateral financial institutions and the international financial Don’t go to Court, President William Ruto with Ibrahim Laureate President Mahama- Let’s Mediate & dou Issoufou, former President of Niger. Negotiate for you! It’s cheaper, quicker and friendlier! Call us on our hotline: 0713862404

The President’s Digest Daily, Sunday, April 30, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words 7 Africa to look for permanent solution to the current instability in Sudan President William Ruto held talks with the African Union Commission Chairperson Moussa Faki at State House, Nairobi; agreed to work together to push for a permanent solution to the current instability in Sudan. “Efforts by the African Union in preventing, managing and resolving conflicts in the Continent are commendable. Now, countries must unite and adopt a common plan of action to combat terrorism and re- lated criminality. That is how we will build a peaceful, secure, stable and successful Africa,” President William Ruto told Mr Faki. African Union Commission Chairperson Moussa Faki Contact Us. Contact. Address: Ruiru Mabati Factory, Ruiru Kamiti Road: Kiambu County: Kenya; Mobile: 0716 111 444 | 0713 888 444 | 0712 888 222 | 0705999222 ... Email: [email protected] 0111050700

8 The President’s Digest Daily, Sunday, April 30, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words The President being introduced to religious leaders of West Pokot County on arrival at Makutano crooks have camouflaged them- for the Interdenominational Prayers and Thanksgiving service. selves in the style of Pastors and Bishops and Apostles with the FROM PAGE 1 The President, who was physi- In the two churches at Kilifi, sole aim of fleecing gullible and The President also announced cally angered by the happen- people were forced to fast till innocent people who are out to that he will consult the Religious ings of some two churches in they died allegedly to go and seek spiritual nourishment. leaders in a move to appoint a coast region where people died meet with Jesus faster and get Task Force to come up with a mysteriously and secretly bur- away from the lives problems. The primary area of con- framework to structure a self- ied in a forest declared that the man ship surrounds sale of items regulatory mechanism on reli- Task Force will inform the gov- But reports indicate that such as olive oil, ‘holy water’, gious organizations. ernment what steps will be tak- there is more than meets the brooms, salt, soil, stones of Goli- en to those responsible for de- eye as some allegations of vital ath, Staff of Moses, handker- The Self Regulatory mech- stroying people’s lives and organs harvesting on the vic- chiefs and aprons to the adher- anism will help weed out those properties and stern action tak- tims bodies was an area to be ents in the pretext that they will clothed in sheep’s clothing but en against them. investigated. be healed, become wealthy or be are out to wreck and abuse reli- protected from evil spells and gion in the country. As it has emerged, many stuff like that. Many people have sold properties to take to the men and women of God who becomes rich overnight as their subjects contin- ue wallowing in abject poverty and despair. Allegations from the Kilifi incident is that most people who came from western Kenya sold their properties back home to bring money to the men of God and after they stayed for long without any tangible results, and some started complaining, some started dying suspectedly and mysteriously. But then these are the are- as that the Commission of Inquiry will delve into and come with a report of exactly what happened. For whatever it is, this matter has caught international attention which is why the Presi- dent couldn't keep mum about it hence the appointment of the Ju- dicial Commission of Inquiry and the Religious Task Force.

The President’s Digest Daily, Sunday, April 30, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words 9 While attending his now famous West Pokot Governor Simon Kachapin receiving the President at Makutano for the prayer meeting. Interdenominational Prayers and Thanksgiving Services country- food production as well as local “My government want to move and told the youth of Pokot that wide held at Makutano in West economy for the farmers there. from curative to preventive the project need 10,000 workers Pokot, President William Ruto an- methods of offering health facili- who will all come from Pokot. nounced the various projects his These activities will be tation to Kenyans as it is easier government is undertaking in so actively be done that there and cheaper to prevent than to The President also de- West Pokot County as well as will be no people who will be cure,” said the President. clared that the stalled West other neighbouring counties like idle as to engage in banditry Pokot University will be funded Baringo, Turkana and Samburu,. and theft of animals. On Housing, he informed for completion as well as funding the Pokot inhabitants that his higher education directly for all IN Pokok, the President The Head of State fur- government will put up 3,000 students to access good educa- informed the people there that all ther announced that businesses affordable houses in the County tion. roads that were started but aban- will be boosted at Kacheliba, doned will be restarted and com- Chepalelia and Sigor by putting pleted by the end of this year. up Agricultural Aggregated In- dustrial Park on a 100 acres On water, the President piece of land where his govern- noted that it was the most sought ment will chip in Ksh 500 million out commodity that have even for modern markets with cold occasioned fights over drinking rooms to protect farmers pro- points for their animals. duce against post harvest loos- es and exploitation by middle- As a result, the govern- men and brokers and cartels ment will construct dams all over who exploit farmers. Pokot worth over Ksh 1 billion that will also go towards irrigating On matters health, the farmlands for growing of grass, President announced that un- food crops and domestic use. der the Universal Health Cover- age ( UHC), plans have been He said a Special State completed and are awaiting Department of Irrigation is being budgetary allocation to estab- established for the purposes of lish what he calls Community irrigating vast lands in the country Health Promoter who each will to grow food crops and deal the serve 100 households on basic shortage of food a big blow. health issues before reaching referrals. The Head of State also an- nounced that some 20,000 acres He said the government of land have been reserved for will employ 100,000 such health Turkwel Dam to irrigate lands personnel who will be working both in Turkana and Pokot to en- with the County governments hance food production and animal but paid directly by the Central development in the areas under Government in order to boost review. rural health situation for Ken- yans. To make livestock farmers benefit from their animals, the President announced the con- struction of an Abattoir at Sukutwa which will be completed by the end of this year. A Foot lot for cattle feeds will be established so as to get quality meat and hides so as to benefit livestock farmers ade- quately. T completely wipe out stock theft and banditry in the ar- eas under the Military operation, the President declared that the Military personnel on the ground will remain there permanently where a Military Camp will be built in the area to contain the menace of hooliganism in that area. The Military he said will be equipped to construct roads, schools as well as farming activi- ties through irrigation to boost

10 The President’s Digest Daily, Sunday, April 30, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words President William Ruto is being introduced to Bishop Stephen Kewasis Nyorsok The President’s Digest Daily is taking advantage of The Power of West Pokot Governor Simon Kachapin following the service pro- Global Telephony Technology in Social ceedings keenly at Makutano where the President was the guest of honour Media Information Super Highway to reach millions of people worldwide through the different social platforms available. Kenyans are reading it in their millions too. Let them know what you sell, what you do, what you offer as services etc. Call 0713862404 to buy competitive space in this Online Newspaper.

The President’s Digest Daily, Sunday, April 30, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words 11 Wananchi at the Makutano Prayer service led by former West Pokot Governor Lunyapakuo and UDA Secretary General C. Malala and Hon Ndindi. President William Ruto being received by Pokot and Baringo leaders: Moroto, Poghisio, Kapket including Women Rep Lilian Tomitom and others President Ruto saying jambo to a Pokot man on wheel chair as Women Rep Lilian Tomitom speaking during the prayer meeting.

12 The President’s Digest Daily, Sunday, April 30, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words House Speaker Hon Moses Wetang’ula Tiaty MP William Kamket Kassait Kapengulia MP Samuel Chumel Moroto

The President’s Digest Daily, Sunday, April 30, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words 13 Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi Hon Ndindi Nyoro, Chair, Budget and Appropriation Committee Hon Kimani Ichung’wa, Leader of the Majority in the House

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