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- Former Citizen TV anchor Jacque Maribe has been appointed as the head of communications at the Public Service Ministry, sparking mixed reactions among Kenyans due to questions surrounding the transparency of her appointment process.
- Maribe’s swift transition into the government role follows her recent acquittal in the Monica Kimani murder case, prompting scrutiny over the expedited acquisition of her certificate of good conduct and broader discussions about fairness in government appointments.
Former Citizen TV news anchor Jacque Maribe has been named the head of communications at the Public Service Ministry under the leadership of Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria. Maribe’s swift transition into a government role, just a month after her acquittal in the Monica Kimani murder case, has sparked a variety of reactions among Kenyans.
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What Kenyans Question About Maribe’s Appointment
Kenyans have expressed mixed sentiments regarding Maribe’s appointment, particularly in light of the complexities surrounding her recent legal case.
Questions have been raised about the expedited process of acquiring her certificate of good conduct, a requirement for government employment, as well as the circumstances of the vacancy and the absence of public advertisement for the position.
These discussions have fueled debates about transparency and fairness in government appointments.
Kenyan’s Reactions
Some individuals, like Wahome Thuku, acknowledge Maribe’s competence but raise concerns about the fairness of the appointment process.
Others, such as @Josh001J, highlight discrepancies in the process of obtaining a certificate of good conduct compared to Maribe’s situation.
Supporters, like @Kaikainaipaa, commend Kuria’s decision, citing Maribe’s qualifications and past professional success.
Critics, like @amwogakhalwale and @Mshomolozi, criticize perceived nepotism and lack of transparency in government appointments.
Observers, like Patrick Ndolo and @BenMuturiN1, draw attention to inconsistencies in how individuals are treated by the justice system and in job application processes.
Many social media users, like @JaokoKE and @bright_gitonga, lament the influence of connections and networks.
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What You Need to Know About Jacque Maribe
- Maribe, along with her ex-lover Joseph Irungu, was implicated in the murder of businesswoman Monica Kimani in 2018.
- Dennis Itumbi expressed gratitude to CS Moses Kuria for appointing Maribe to his ministry.
- The High Court ruled that Maribe and Irungu provided false information to the police regarding a shooting incident at her house.
- The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has expressed intentions to appeal the High Court’s decision to acquit Maribe from the murder case.