The Kenya Medical Supplies Agency (KEMSA) chairperson Irungu Nyakera has been removed from his position slightly a year after his appointment.
In a Gazette Notice dated August 22, Nyakera has been replaced by ex-Narok Governor Samuel Tunai.
Nyakera, the Farmers' Party patron, has been the head of the institution since May 15, 2023.
He was to serve for three years.
"In exercise of the powers conferred by section 5 (1) (a) of the Kenya Medical Supplies Authority Act, as read together with section 51 (1) of the Interpretation and General Provisions Act, I...appoint Samuel Tunai as the Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Kenya Medical Supplies Authority," the notice reads in part.
He is set to serve for a period of three years, with the appointment taking effect on August 23, 2024.
"The appointment of Irungu Nyakera is revoked," President Ruto said.
He has, however, been handed a new job as the chairperson of the Kenyatta International Convention Center (KICC).
He will serve for a period of three years.
The appointment of Adelina Mwau as KICC chairperson has also been revoked.
Mwau, the ex-Makueni deputy governor was appointed April 19, 2023.
She was also to serve for a period of three years in office.
