Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya, on Sunday, August 17, fired a warning at Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi and National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula as he accused the two leaders of lacking 'political independence'. Natembeya spoke during a church service where he alleged the two leaders retained relevance because President William Ruto handed them government positions. According to the vocal governor, Mudavadi and Wetang'ula ran the risk of losing momentum in their political ambition since their current statuses hinged on President Ruto's 'goodwill'. "Wetang'ula is employed by Ruto; he has a payslip.
Mudavadi is employed by Ruto; he has a payslip.
If Ruto decides to sack them today, they will go home, and no one will shed a tear," Natembeya warned. Trans-Nzoia governor George Natembeya speaking during a church service on Sunday, August 17, 2025.
Photo George Natembeya The governor argued that relying on government appointments left the leaders exposed and could potentially lead to their traditional voting blocs looking at other leaders for direction. He used Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Raila Odinga as an example of a politician with influence.
