The son of the late former Provincial Commissioner Isaiah Cheluget has threatened to sue President William Ruto over claims that the head of state acquired 5,600 acres of land in Narok South from his deceased father.
Speaking during a recent development tour of Narok County, President Ruto told residents at Sogoo trading center that he had consulted with the late Cheluget before purchasing the land to resettle more than 13,000 squatters.
However, Moses Kipkirui Cheluget, one of Cheluget’s sons, has vehemently refuted the president’s remarks, terming them “misleading and deeply troubling.”
“My father died in June 2017. For the president to claim he spoke to him is not only misleading but deeply troubling,” Kipkirui stated.
He further questioned the legality and transparency of the alleged consultation process, revealing that most family members were unaware of any negotiations or agreements regarding the land.
“If there were any consultations with our family, the majority of us were never informed. I will move to court on Monday to compel the president to disclose who he communicated with regarding this transaction,” he said.
Kipkirui also raised concerns about the president’s decision to announce the deal publicly while the estate remains locked in a succession battle, with no legally appointed administrator.
“The estate is still under succession, and we have yet to appoint an administrator. For the president to publicize claims about such a sensitive issue, which remains unresolved in court, is both premature and inappropriate,” he added.
The Cheluget family now demands clarity and legal accountability over the controversial land transaction, potentially setting the stage for a high-profile court battle involving the presidency.
