Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i has publicly acknowledged that he does not have money, following President William Ruto’s remarks about his financial situation ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Speaking during a church service on Sunday, November 15, 2026, Matiang’i admitted that he lacked money, making the statement amid growing political conversations surrounding his possible presidential ambitions and preparations for the next general election.
His remarks come after President Ruto reportedly made fun of Matiang’i over his alleged lack of financial resources, raising questions about how the former Cabinet Secretary would finance his political activities ahead of the 2027 contest.
Matiang’i, who is seeking to challenge Ruto in the 2027 presidential election under the Jubilee Party, maintained that he would not use questionable sources of money to finance his political ambitions.
He explained that he had not benefited from government contracts, business deals with State corporations or other financial arrangements that he associated with corruption.
The former Interior CS further argued that he had not sold public assets or received bribes to accumulate wealth, insisting that his financial resources came from friends, supporters and well-wishers.
He also accused the current administration of normalising corruption, claiming that some businesses and contractors were forced to pay bribes to access government services and opportunities. These were allegations made by Matiang’i.
The former CS used the opportunity to defend his reputation, saying that integrity was more important than displaying financial muscle during campaigns.
His response has added another dimension to the growing political exchanges between President Ruto and opposition leaders as politicians intensify preparations for the August 2027 General Election.
The remarks were reported during his appearance at Magena Main SDA Church in Bomachoge Borabu, Kisii County, amid heightened political competition in the Gusii region.
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