Kuria Asks Civil Servants to Vacate Their Offices

Moses Kuria, a prominent figure in the field of public service, highlighted a prevalent issue of public officers feigning disabilities and illness as they near retirement.

Advocating for a more dynamic public service, he proposed a maximum age limit of 60 years for officeholders, aiming to create opportunities for the younger generation.

Kuria also expressed his intent to champion a memorandum that mandates all incoming government employees to undergo National Youth Service (NYS) training, underscoring his commitment to improving the public sector.

These proposals reflect his vision for a more efficient, capable, and youthful public service system.

Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has asked government officials aged 60 and above to retire to allow fresh blood to take up the jobs.

Speaking during the unveiling ceremony of the National Youth Service Reengineering Programme at the NYS headquarters in Ruaraka, Kuria said that some workers were fond of faking disabilities at the age of 58.

“Once you reach the age of 60, kindly make your way back home. It has come to my attention that certain individuals, upon reaching the age of 58, suddenly discover a debilitating eye impairment. I have uncovered such instances and now demand that the permanent secretaries provide me with a comprehensive report on those who exploit our generosity,” said Kuria.