Sources within the State House have moved to debunk a widely circulated letter claiming that President William Ruto has expelled his long-time personal aide and powerful political strategist, Farouk Kibet.
The document, which went viral on social media platforms including WhatsApp and Facebook on Tuesday, has been termed a "sophisticated forgery" by government insiders.
The fake letter, complete with a forged presidential seal and signature, alleged that Mr. Kibet had been relieved of his duties and banned from the State House precincts. It even cited reasons for the purported dismissal.
However, speaking on condition of anonymity, senior officials within the State House team dismissed the letter and its contents as entirely fake.
The insiders clarified that no such administrative action has been taken and urged the public to ignore the disinformation, which they believe is designed to spark internal friction within the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA).
“The document in circulation is a fabrication. It did not originate from the Executive Office of the President, and the claims therein are baseless,” one source stated, noting that all official presidential communications are released through verified channels, including the State House website and official social media handles.
Farouk Kibet, often described as the President’s most trusted "gatekeeper," has been a constant fixture in Ruto’s political journey since 1997.
Fact-checkers have also pointed out several inconsistencies in the forged document, including the font style and the wording of the red seal, which differ from standard government templates.
The emergence of the fake letter comes at a time of heightened political activity as the country moves closer to the 2027 election cycle.
Analysts suggest that such disinformation campaigns are frequently used as "political kites" to test public sentiment or to destabilise the inner circles of powerful leaders.
As of Wednesday morning, Kibet continues to discharge his duties, with no official change to his status in the Presidency.
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