The National Assembly has debunked a viral fake memo claiming that four politicians were nominated for cabinet positions in President William Ruto's administration. The document, which named Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, Nyandarua Senator John Methu, KANU leader Gideon Moi, and MP Naisula Lesuuda, was flagged as misleading. This comes amid speculation of an impending cabinet reshuffle.
On Friday, October 31, 2025, a purported letter from the National Assembly began circulating widely on social media, alleging that President William Ruto had nominated four politicians for vetting as cabinet secretaries. The individuals listed included Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, his Nyandarua counterpart John Methu, KANU party leader Gideon Moi, and MP Naisula Lesuuda. Dated October 30, the fake document stated that vetting should conclude by November 6 to meet constitutional timelines.
The letter claimed: "In line with our constitutional mandate to ensure transparency and integrity in the appointment of high-ranking public officials. We hereby submit a list of individuals nominated for cabinet positions with a request for your commission's vetting." It even featured a forged stamp and a signature mimicking that of the National Assembly Clerk.
The memo quickly drew mixed reactions online during the morning hours. However, by afternoon, the National Assembly issued a firm denial. Clerk of the National Assembly stated: "This document is not from the National Assembly or Parliament of Kenya. It is fake. Kindly disregard it."
This incident unfolds against reports of a potential cabinet reshuffle by President Ruto, aimed at integrating more leaders into his broad-based government. It follows Gideon Moi's decision to align KANU with the administration and Sifuna's recent affirmation that the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) would continue cooperating with Ruto. The president has repeatedly emphasized expanding his cabinet to promote national unity and inclusivity as Kenya approaches the 2027 general elections.