General Robert Kariuki Kibochi's term in charge is ending, and Ogolla will take over. General Francis Ogolla served as vice chief of the armed forces until his appointment on Friday.

General Kibochi had been a member of the armed forces for 44 years, according to a Ministry of Defense circular.

PHOTO | COURTESY President Ruto and General Kibochi

A circular has been issued stating that Lieutenant General Francis Omondi Ogolla has been promoted to the rank of General and appointed Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF) by His Excellency Dr. William Ruto, the President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces. This action is in accordance with Section 9 (2), (a) of the Kenya Defence Forces Act.

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The majority of Kenyans who commented on the nomination online had different views. Some believed the president was forced to name the General because he linked to the Azimio la Umoja.



Denis Maina: General Francis Ogolla's appointment as the new commander of the armed forces was the only choice available to President Ruto.Ruto would have appointed a Kip in the absence of the TONJE regulations. For leaving a legacy, thank you Daudi Tonje.

PHOTO | COURTESY General Francis Ogolla

Ruto was forced to appoint him, according to Atuoli. Only by appointment was this name given to him. With his hands shackled, he was unable to perform Kimutai.


Musa: Despite CDF Ogolla's accidental inclusion in SCORK Pet. 2022, the President has followed tradition and the Tonje Rules exactly, and this is because military experts would tell you that skipping ranks is the riskiest practice in military management.