- Viral social media claims alleged Trade CS Lee Kinyanjui had resigned from government.
- Posts also claimed he had joined a political camp linked to Rigathi Gachagua.
- No official statement from the government or the ministry supports the reports.
- Lee Kinyanjui remains Trade Cabinet Secretary under President William Ruto’s administration.
- The incident has reignited debate around political misinformation on social media.
Claims circulating online that Trade Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui has resigned from government and joined a political movement associated with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua have been dismissed as false.
The rumours spread widely across Facebook and other social media platforms, with several posts alleging that Kinyanjui had exited President William Ruto’s Cabinet amid political and economic tensions within government circles.
Some of the viral posts further claimed that the Trade CS had aligned himself with the Democratic Change Party (DCP), a political outfit allegedly linked to Gachagua. However, no official communication has been issued to support the claims.
Checks across government communication channels, ministry statements, and credible media reports show there has been no resignation announcement from Kinyanjui or confirmation from State House.
As of now, Kinyanjui continues to serve in his role as Cabinet Secretary for Trade and Investments.
The false reports emerged during a period of heightened political debate in the country, with Kenyans closely following discussions around fuel prices, the cost of living, and shifting political alliances ahead of future political realignments.
Political observers say misinformation targeting prominent leaders has become increasingly common online, especially on Facebook where unverified claims can spread rapidly within hours.
The latest incident has once again highlighted concerns over digital misinformation in Kenya, with experts urging social media users to confirm political reports through verified government platforms and trusted news organisations before sharing them.
While online speculation continues to attract attention, there is currently no factual evidence showing that Lee Kinyanjui has resigned from government or joined any opposition-linked political movement.
For now, the Trade CS remains part of President Ruto’s Cabinet as political discussions continue across the country.
