President Ruto’s Military Shake-Up: What it Means for the Nation
President William Ruto has promoted Major General Charles Muriu Kahariri to the rank of Lieutenant General and appointed him Vice Chair of Defence forces.
Muriu replaces Lieutenant General Jonah Mwangi whose term of service has come to an end after 42 years of service.
The president has also promoted Major General David Kimaiyo Tarus to the rank of Lieutenant General and appointed him Commander Kenya Army. Kimaiyo replaces Liutenent General Peter Mbogo Njiru who has since retired after 39 years of service. Until his appointment, Kimaiyo was the Deputy Army Commander.
Also promoted to the rank of Lieutenant General is Commander Kenya Navy Major General Jimsom Longiro who will now be the Vice chancellor National Defense University.
Consequently, the president has promoted and appointed...
