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Tuya: I have no military experience, but I'll consult

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Roselinda Soipan Tuya , nominee for the position of Defense CS before the Committee on Appointments at the Mini Chambers, County Hall, Nairobi on August 1, 2024 [Elvis Ogina, Standard]

Defence Cabinet Secretary nominee Soipan Tuya has acknowledged her lack of military experience despite being nominated for the position.

This admission came after Members of Parliament expressed concerns about her ability to manage matters related to the uniformed units within the Ministry of Defence.

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