Eliud Owalo resigns from Ruto's office after declaring 2027 presidential bid

The government official announced an immediate resignation after a public declaration of his intention to contest against incumbent President William Ruto. 

“Following my declaration earlier today that I intend to run for Presidency of the Republic of Kenya in the year 2027, my position as the Deputy Chief of Staff, Delivery and Government Efficiency is no longer tenable. I have therefore resigned from the position with immediate effect,” Owalo wrote in a social media post. 

As the Deputy Chief of Staff, Ruto had tasked Owalo with coordinating government delivery and ensuring efficiency across various state functions. 

Owalo has contested in previous elections and served in various capacities, including his tenure as Cabinet Secretary for Information, Communication, and the Digital Economy.