On Tuesday, March 21, President William Ruto appointed Bonnie Musambi, a former newscaster for the Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC), as the new Director of Coordination in the Office of the State House Spokesman.
Musambi expressed his gratitude to the head of state and said that Ruto had given him the honor of a once-in-a-lifetime chance to serve his country.
Musambi expressed his sincere gratitude to the president for appointing him as the coordination director in the State House spokesperson’s office.
The media manager further stated that he would use all reasonable efforts to meet the expectations of the appointment authority.
“I promise my full dedication and loyalty to you and all Kenyans. To my family, fans and political supporters, I will never let you down,” Musambi stated.
Musambi will be working with State House Spokesman Hussein Mohamed to coordinate all communication matters at the Office of the President.
The former KBC is also expected to work with the Head of Presidential Communication Service, David Mugonyi, on modalities that will ensure that President Ruto’s messaging is accurately done.
Musambi is also the founder and Managing Director of Sang’u FM which broadcasts in Kamba language.
“Currently, Sang’u FM is available on location, Mobile App and its websites where its programmes are well outlined,” Musambi explained.
The journalist contested for the Kitui Central parliamentary seat in the August 2022 General Election but lost to Dr Makali Mulu.
“My political journey begins officially! Despite open and daylight massive rigging in Kitui County including Kitui Central constituency, I emerged as a strong number two out of 7,” Musambi told Journalists after the polls.
He also lost a chance to become Cabinet Administrative Secretary (CAS) after President Ruto left him out of the list of 50 nominees.
Lindah Oguttu and Mwanaisha Chidzuga were among the journalists who were also left out by Ruto.
