Ruto's Chief of Staff Felix Koskei says criminals extorting Gov’t officials in his name

President William Ruto's Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service Felix Koskei has put on notice a number of individuals he says are transitioning between government offices intimidating and extorting State officials in his name.

In a statement issued on Friday, Koskei urged State officials and agencies to be careful of individuals claiming to be conducting official businesses in his name.

"It has regrettably come to my attention that unscrupulous criminal elements are moving from one government office to the next intimidating state officials and extorting money in my name," he stated.

"I call upon Cabinet Secretaries, Principal Secretaries, and CEOs of State corporations to be wary of these crooks and promptly report them to the appropriate authorities for swift action."

He further added that any individual found masquerading as himself will face stern legal action.

"The era of criminals taking advantage of gullible Kenyans seeking jobs and government services by misusing names of senior state officials is long gone, and firm action will be taken against these elements," said Koskei.